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Ice Storm in New Hampshire


We've been spared the ice storm's affect ... this time. We were living in Acton Maine in January of 1998 when that ice storm hit us and we were without power and phone for 8 days. The storm itself lasted 4 days. We sympathize and are praying for those in need at this time. For more on the storm's affect click here.
We do have some ice around as the roadways have turned that way after plowing snow and heavy rain fell afterward - then froze. We did have some melting today. Temps got to 55! But they are dropping now at 11:30pm Monday -- 46. A cold blast and high winds are on their way. They are predicting possible power outages again. Many crews are out working hard and need our prayers for safety.
Thanks, all for remembering us in New England. I understand our old stomping grounds in Worcester, Mass have been hit hard, too. We still have family in Sturbridge area. Trusting all is okay. Winter in New England is often changable and at times brutal. Today we were spared some of the harshest of hits.

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