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Warmer temperatures are on the horizon here at McCall, meaning now is the ideal time to venture off the beaten path and explore McCall's hidden gems. Discover some of our top recommendations by reading our latest blog by visiting: https://ow.ly/TIwA50Sb3uH.

🌨️❄️ January was anything but dull! With eleven significant events, including a #blizzard that brought 6 to 16 inches of snow across our portfolio and some long duration events with mixed precipitation, we've been working hard to keep your properties safe and accessible. ❄️ The combination of snow, rain, freezing rain, and frigid temperatures made January an icy month in New England. Boston even experienced its fourth wettest January on record! 📅 Looking ahead to February, the Pacific jet will extend, leading to a warm-up. But don't put away those winter coats just yet. As we reach the end of the month, arctic air will return, bringing chilly temperatures back into the eastern part of the country. ☃️ While Punxsutawney Phil predicts an early Spring, the stats show that February and March are typically the snowiest months of the year on average. So, we're not out of the snow zone just yet! ❄️ #JanuaryInReview #FebruaryForecast #WinterWeatherUpdate #SnowAndIceManagement #StaySafeInWinter #WinterIsHere #JCGrounds WeatherWorks

Looking for a white Christmas this year? Check out this fascinating article that uses past snow measurements to predict the probability of a white Christmas in different locations. Remember, past experience doesn't always predict future performance! 🌟 Check out the full article here: 🌟 https://lnkd.in/dYTJZeYv

Winter may feel like it's been lasting forever, but there's only a few more weeks of it left! Check out our latest blog on how to make the most of the rest of winter without resorting to unrealistic resolutions. https://lnkd.in/eUqW7fyA #EmbraceTheSeason

Amazing that the media fail to help people connect the dots. "This week’s heat feels like deep summer...." So what are we planning for deep summer? The question isn't even asked. "This week’s heat feels like deep summer." Washington Post, how helping people connect the dots and consider the implications? OK, I'll go first. This heatwave is a pothole on the Highway to Hell. Deep summer will be even hotter. It's "baked in" by 2 years of off-the-charts ocean temperatures. Solutions are available: * Emergency planning NOW. * Crash programs for accelerated restoration of healthy ecosystems NOW.

It’s getting hot in here!🥵 The big heat wave is upon us in California and there’s a lot we can do to keep ourselves and our families safe. ✅ Heat safety tips at ready.ca.gov It’s also a moment be clear-eyed: These extreme heat waves will worsen in Californua and across the world as climate change accelerates.💯Already this is the biggest killer among climate threats, preying on seniors, kids, and those with existing health issues.😳 We are not powerless to this threat. State leaders directed the creation of our first-ever Extreme Heat Action Plan in 2022 and we’re making good progress to implement it. Check out the Action Plan: https://lnkd.in/gEXXS2k5 We’ll share more this summer about specific progress building our resilience to this worsening summer heat. In the meantime, stay cool and stay safe!🪭

🌡️ Did you know that July 4th, 2023 was one of Earth's hottest days in history? With rising temperatures, it's essential to keep our homes cool. Check out our latest tips to beat the heat! ☀️ #StayCool #SummerTips #BeatTheHeat https://bit.ly/3Y3uaF4

Hotter Summers Ahead! Batten down the hatches, folks! NOAA's latest forecast just dropped, and it's serving up a scorching summer for nearly every corner of the nation. t Brace yourselves, because things are heating up, especially out West! The Mountain West region is gearing up for some serious sizzle, with most of New Mexico, Utah, and parts of Colorado looking at a 60% to 70% chance of above-average temperatures. And that's not all – Nevada, Idaho, and sections of Wyoming are in the hot seat too, with a 50% to 60% likelihood of experiencing above-average heat. t It's time to break out the sunscreen, crank up the AC, and stay hydrated because summer's about to turn up the heat! Stay tuned for more updates and tips on how to beat the heat this season. Let's weather this heatwave together! ps #HotterThanNormal #SummerForecast #StayCool://https://lnkd.in/gAXwPTEY

HAPPY GROUNDHOG DAY FROM PAMARCO! Every February 2, a crowd of thousands gathers at Gobbler’s Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, to await a special forecast from a groundhog named Phil. If the 20-pound groundhog emerges and sees his shadow, the United States can expect six more weeks of winter weather, according to legend. But, if Phil doesn’t see his shadow, we can expect warmer temperatures and the arrival of an early spring. Even though he’s been forecasting since 1887, Phil’s track record for the entire country isn’t perfect. To determine just how accurate he is, here is a comparison of U.S. national temperatures with Phil’s forecasts. On average, Phil has gotten it right 40% of the time over the past 10 years.

Make sure you stay safe in this summer heat. Here are some tips! ☀️