-We had another great day in Halifax today. Unfortunately, I didn't really get to take advantage of the great weather.
-We managed to win our Ultimate game last night, though it certainly wasn't pretty. Sadly, we should have forced the win through the power of the default though we, for reasons unknown to me, didn't take advantage of that opportunity. Anyway, the resulting game was a bit infraction-heavy and touchy, which wasn't too surprising given people's nerves going into things.
Jeannette had a somewhat different take on the game. She quite enjoyed the experience as she caught 3 of our 9 points and generally played well. Of course, even these successes are somewhat tempered by the fact one of our players broke a toe and another player bruised their knee (a somewhat serious injury that was accompanied by a somewhat serious crunching sound).
-This evening Neil and I attended the 3rd annual Ransom A. Myers Lecture on Science and Society. This evening's lecture dealt with science communication. I was particularly intrigued to hear the story about the run-up to the public of the Myers and Worm paper published in Nature in 2003. Apparently Myers and Worm worked with a science communications expert (the woman giving the lecture) to prepare for the release of the paper and were thus ready to capitalize on its release. The extent of the success of their strategy still impresses me.
-I have been busily working since school started a few weeks ago. I suspect that this pace will continue until at least the end of my degree program. Bummer.
-Apparently my breath stinks at the moment. Maybe I should go do something about it. Word on the street is that my not doing anything about it is rude.
-Oh, I guess I should also mention that Igor's effects are still being felt around Newfoundland. Not only are matters relating to property and road damage still being resolved, but key portions of St. John's (and presumably elsewhere) are still without power.
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Thursday, September 23, 2010
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
A Few Quick Notes 460
-Much to my surprise today was beautiful. Instead of experiencing the side-effects of Hurricane Igor we had a pretty regular fall day.
-Contrary to what was reported by Reuters earlier today, Canada did not escape Hurricane Igor unscathed. As noted earlier today, Newfoundland has been suffering from Igor's consequences for the better part of the day. According to my family many trees have been knocked down and power is still out in certain parts of St. John's (and presumably the rest of the province).
Not surprisingly, a number of photos of the damage have been posted online already.
-Last night, after several people suggested that we use baited traps, we made the switch. So far it would seem that these baited traps have been a little less effective than the unbaited variety. Last night we didn't catch a single mouse though each of the two previous nights we caught mice with unbaited traps. Apparently you can mess with success.
-I should get back to work.
-Oh man, there are some associated with commenting on Globe and Mail news articles that will be rolled out over the next few days. Just tonight I learned that one of the major changes was something that I suggested. Maybe I will try to provide a few more details at a later date (and once the changes have been fully implemented).
-Contrary to what was reported by Reuters earlier today, Canada did not escape Hurricane Igor unscathed. As noted earlier today, Newfoundland has been suffering from Igor's consequences for the better part of the day. According to my family many trees have been knocked down and power is still out in certain parts of St. John's (and presumably the rest of the province).
Not surprisingly, a number of photos of the damage have been posted online already.
-Last night, after several people suggested that we use baited traps, we made the switch. So far it would seem that these baited traps have been a little less effective than the unbaited variety. Last night we didn't catch a single mouse though each of the two previous nights we caught mice with unbaited traps. Apparently you can mess with success.
-I should get back to work.
-Oh man, there are some associated with commenting on Globe and Mail news articles that will be rolled out over the next few days. Just tonight I learned that one of the major changes was something that I suggested. Maybe I will try to provide a few more details at a later date (and once the changes have been fully implemented).
Real weather
Since I have been on the mainland (2006), I have noticed that the meteorological events that are called 'storms' don't seem to really compare to some of the meteorological events that are given the same appellation in Newfoundland.
The Hurricane Earl vs. Hurricane Igor comparison is a good one, or so it seems to be to me.
The following is a video that I took of a good portion of the worst of Earl. As you can see, the plants still have their leaves. So while I do need to acknowledge that several trees were knocked over and power lines downed, it really wasn't that bad as far as hurricanes go.
[Embedded video]
As a point of contrast, this is a video taken during Igor's time in Newfoundland. Notice how an entire barn is washed away by the power of flowing water.
[Embedded video]
I think it should now be clear where the real storms reside. (And I should be clear, I am fine with the Mainland having wimpier storms - just don't insult me by trying to claim that they are the same thing).
The Hurricane Earl vs. Hurricane Igor comparison is a good one, or so it seems to be to me.
The following is a video that I took of a good portion of the worst of Earl. As you can see, the plants still have their leaves. So while I do need to acknowledge that several trees were knocked over and power lines downed, it really wasn't that bad as far as hurricanes go.
[Embedded video]
As a point of contrast, this is a video taken during Igor's time in Newfoundland. Notice how an entire barn is washed away by the power of flowing water.
[Embedded video]
I think it should now be clear where the real storms reside. (And I should be clear, I am fine with the Mainland having wimpier storms - just don't insult me by trying to claim that they are the same thing).
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