Our first major storm of the season came in with a rumble. Frankly I’d never seen or more accurately seen a storm quite like this. The rumble of thunder was literally constant as this beast approached. Reports of large hail were coming in so when it started we were not surprised. Reports of golf ball hail was everywhere so I think you could say we were blessed. Thankfully our cars were in the garage. Our siding is steel fortunately but the screens…well…. Lots of hail in a short amount of time. I hate to see the new leaves get hammered. Next day was quietand that’s when I noticed our fence…new peep holes. Hopefully our trees recover. It’s a rough start to the Northwest’s storm season.
Spring time test the resolve of many. We get these on occasion. Hail to softball size and bigger and those things called tornadoes. Time to batten the hatches and hope for the best.
The third picture of the clouds above the houses is very impressive. And that hail is big already, just look at all the damage it has done! I'm happy to hear you're safe! And I sure hope there won't be too many storms like this for you. Stay safe!
Thank you my friend, it's a wild and stormy time of year to be sure. I've a fascination with such storms. When I was younger I lived in Tulsa, OK which is known as tornado alley...storms there are to be feared...especially tornadic ones.
I experienced clouds like that in MO. It is frightening no knowing what the storm will do. Oh gosh a hole in fence and screens. I hope those storms simmer down for you and the country. Great photos by the way.
What the "hail" is going on?? Sorry had to do it again LOL. Joe those sky pics are spectacular. Storms are scary and beautiful at the same time. I love the third pic.
Wow Joe , That is one heck of a storm... Great photos . We need rain here. Its all around and not here. Im behind but catching up. My garden is in, Flowers are in and Im tired.
Joe please pray for my sister. She has breast Cancer. Surgery in a couple of weeks,,and when healed radiation and chemo. It was a hugh shock for her and it was for me as well. Hard to deal with at first. Anyways nice to catch up here.
Spring time test the resolve of many. We get these on occasion. Hail to softball size and bigger and those things called tornadoes.
ReplyDeleteTime to batten the hatches and hope for the best.
You're right John and a prayer or two won't hurt either.
DeleteI am glad that you are all safe Joe as that was quite a storm you all had. Great pictures!
DeleteThank you Beth, it's far from over I think. It's even warmer now...we'll see what happens.
DeleteThe third picture of the clouds above the houses is very impressive. And that hail is big already, just look at all the damage it has done! I'm happy to hear you're safe! And I sure hope there won't be too many storms like this for you. Stay safe!
ReplyDeleteThank you my friend, it's a wild and stormy time of year to be sure. I've a fascination with such storms. When I was younger I lived in Tulsa, OK which is known as tornado alley...storms there are to be feared...especially tornadic ones.
DeleteGlad you are alright, Joe...and I love these photos.
ReplyDeleteWe weren't in any real danger but it's still sobering to watch. Thank you my friend.
DeleteI experienced clouds like that in MO. It is frightening no knowing what the storm will do. Oh gosh a hole in fence and screens. I hope those storms simmer down for you and the country. Great photos by the way.
ReplyDeleteI know you've known your share of storms Toodie...boy have you ever! Saturday's outlook is looking pretty iffy, we shall see.
DeleteWhat the "hail" is going on?? Sorry had to do it again LOL. Joe those sky pics are spectacular. Storms are scary and beautiful at the same time. I love the third pic.
ReplyDeleteThe hail went on...and on...and on. It was intense too, not just long lasting. I wonder if we're done or not.
ReplyDeleteWow Joe , That is one heck of a storm... Great photos .
ReplyDeleteWe need rain here. Its all around and not here. Im behind but catching up. My garden is in, Flowers are in and Im tired.
Joe please pray for my sister. She has breast Cancer. Surgery in a couple of weeks,,and when healed radiation and chemo.
It was a hugh shock for her and it was for me as well. Hard to deal with at first.
Anyways nice to catch up here.
Standing with you and your sister Lisa. Cancer sucks so bad!
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