Twenty years ago today, on November 14 2004, we had to put the leaf cleanup equipment away and put our snow plows on. The snowfall wasn’t a lot but enough to have to plow. While this didn’t completely end our landscaping season, it certainly put a hold on our fall cleanup work. For this reason, we encourage customers to have two fall cleanups done. Along with this November storm, we went on to have two snow storms in December of 2004. As a result, some customers never got their leaves cleaned up and had to wait until the spring when they finally thawed.
Another important thing to note is how critical it is to have your snow plowing contract in place early. At this time, in 2004, all of our Businesses and HOA’s did and we serviced our accounts. Without a signed contract, these early storms could leave you scrambling to find a snow plow contractor. One of the 2004 storms was also on Christmas Eve when our whole crew showed up and kept our lots open. If you don’t have a snow plow contract in place, call us today. We’ve been at it for 25 years and have the experience to understand New England’s snow fall.
The snowstorm on November 14, 2004
In Boston was a significant early-season snow event. It was an unusual and somewhat intense storm for mid-November, a time when snow is not typically expected in the Boston area. Here’s an overview of what occurred:
Snowfall Amounts: Boston received about 4-6 inches of snow during this storm. Some areas in eastern Massachusetts reported higher totals. The snow began falling in the early morning hours and continued into the afternoon. The storm caused traffic disruptions and a bit of chaos for commuters.
Impact: Since it was an early snowstorm, many people were caught off guard. Roadways were slippery, and there were delays and accidents due to the sudden snow. The storm also impacted air travel. Many flights were delayed or canceled at Logan International Airport.
Weather Details: The storm was part of a larger system that brought snow to much of the Northeast. Temperatures were cold enough for the snow to accumulate, but the ground was still warm from autumn, so there was some melting initially, especially on roadways.
This storm marked one of the earlier snowfalls in Boston in the 2000s, and it contributed to the city experiencing above-average snowfall totals for the season. In fact, that winter (2004-2005) ended up being one of the snowier winters in Boston’s history, with over 100 inches of snow recorded
