Jacob N Reed

Memphis sports fan (Tigers, Grizzlies, Redbirds), STL Cardinals fan, beer fan, family man.

[Jacob N Reed @JakeNReed]

Memphis sports is pain.

[Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz]

Welcome to the 〽️ @CameronBoozer12

[NWS Memphis @NWSMemphis]

Here's the view from our office after the storms! These are mammatus clouds and they form when air from the cloud layer descends into clear air below, cooling down the air and making it descend quickly. This effectively drags clouds down, creating the pouch-like appearance 🤓☁️

[Ryan Hall, Y’all @ryanhallyall]

Mississippi, the Anker Lake Dam has failed. If you are downstream of the dam in Pearl River County, you need to evacuate and seek higher ground NOW. This is a life-threatening Flash Flood Emergency.

[NBA @NBA]

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver issued the following statement today regarding the passing of Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke:

“We are devastated to learn of the passing of Brandon Clarke.  As one of the longest-tenured members of the Grizzlies, Brandon was a beloved teammate and leader who played the game with enormous passion and grit.  Our thoughts and sympathies are with Brandon’s family, friends and the Grizzlies organization.”

[NWS Memphis @NWSMemphis]

Tornado Warning continues for Marion AR, Earle AR and Crawfordsville AR until 4:15 PM CDT

[Ryan Hall, Y’all @ryanhallyall]

Folks in Northeast Arkansas, Southern Illinois, Southern Indiana, Western Kentucky, Southeast Missouri, and Western Tennessee, a PDS Tornado Watch has just been issued until 11 PM CDT. This is a serious situation, so make sure you have a plan and know your safe spot. I'm live covering this right now: https://t.co/0GEK5To1tM

[Jacob N Reed @JakeNReed]

Bring on summer

[NWS Memphis @NWSMemphis]

not much to say other than 👎👎👎👎

[Jacob N Reed @JakeNReed]

@NWSMemphis I did!

[Matthew Cappucci @MatthewCappucci]

CONGRATULATIONS to the chronically-undereducated, who evidently experienced their first snow this weekend. 🤗

Have you been trying to light the snow on fire?

Does it seem fluffier than normal?

Do you think the government is sending pretend snow to your house?

[MemphisWeather.net @memphisweather1]

Here's how much we "just missed" the freezing rain by... https://t.co/Lr3XsVhkSl clearly shows where significant ice has occurred. Nashville has 33% of customers without power as of 7:30 and climbing. Thunder + freezing rain occurred in northeast MS where outages are widespread as well.

[Matt Van Swol @mattvanswol]

A lot of people have asked for a comprehensive preparedness list for the winter storm.

Feel free to bookmark this or share with friends, stay safe out there:

⛽️ Gas up every car (and top off any cans if you’ve got them)
💵 Pull cash — assume card readers go down
🔋 Charge everything: phones, battery packs, laptops, tool batteries
🔌 Make one “charging pile” with all cords so nobody’s hunting
🔦 Headlamp for every adult + flashlight for every kid
🏮 Lanterns for the main rooms (no candles… kids + candles = nope)
🔋 Fresh batteries in a big ziplock — label it

🏠 Pick ONE “warm room” right now (small room, easiest to heat)
🚪 Shut doors to the rest of the house
🧣 Blankets over windows at night + towels at the bottom of doors
🛏️ Drag mattresses/pads in there if you need to
🧤 Lay out clothes like it’s ski season: base layer + hoodie + coat + hat + thick socks
👟 Slippers/shoes indoors — cold floors will wreck you
🧦 Dry clothes only — damp socks = change them immediately

⚠️ Generator = OUTSIDE only (not garage, not “cracked door,” OUTSIDE)
🚨 CO alarms working on every floor, especially near bedrooms
🔌 Use outdoor-rated extension cords only — don’t run cords under rugs
🙅‍♂️ Don’t do any “dryer plug” stuff — not worth dying for
⛽️ Fuel stays OUTSIDE the house

✅ If you’re using a heater: only indoor-rated
🔥 Keep it away from blankets/curtains/kids
🌬️ Crack a window just a tiny bit
😴🚫 Never sleep with a flame heater on

💧 Water: plan 1 gallon per person per day minimum
🪣 Fill bathtub/buckets for flushing/washing
🚱 On a well? Assume ZERO water once power is out
🔧 Find the main water shutoff now (don’t wait)
🚰 When it’s brutally cold: let faucets drip (if water’s still on)
🧊 Open sink cabinets on outside walls
🧣 Wrap exposed pipes / cover outdoor spigots
🧯 Disconnect hoses

🥫 Food: buy 7 days of no-cook / easy stuff
🍞 Stock basics: PB, tuna, crackers, granola, soup, jerky, shelf milk, cereal
🗝️ Manual can opener
🍽️ Paper plates if you don’t want to burn water on dishes
❄️ Fridge/freezer: open it as little as possible
✅ Eat fridge first, then freezer, then pantry

💊 Refill prescriptions
🤒 Kids fever meds + thermometer + first-aid kit
⚡️ CPAP/nebulizer/anything critical: have a power plan
🧼 Baby wipes + sanitizer + trash bags
🪣 No water? Bucket toilet plan (bucket + bags + kitty litter)

🎲 Make a “kid station” in the warm room: books, coloring, cards, board games
🎬 Download movies ahead of time (airplane mode)
🚫 Clear rules: no touching heaters, no cords, no generator zone
🌙🏮 Lantern by hallway/bathroom at night
🧸 One comfort thing per kid in the warm room

📱 Phones: low power mode + dim screen
📝 Write down important numbers on paper
📞 Pick a check-in time with family/friends (morning + evening)

🚗❄️ Don’t drive unless you have to — ice will humble you fast
🧰 Car kit: blanket, flashlight, snacks, water, jumper pack
🚘⚠️ If you run the car for heat: clear the tailpipe and never in an enclosed space

✅ Every morning: quick safety sweep
🚨🔥 CO alarms good, heater clear, cords not hot
🌡️💧 Watch for leaks when things thaw
🤝 Check on neighbors if you can

🗑️ Toss sketchy food when power comes back
⚡️ Bring the house back online slowly (don’t flip everything at once)

[Gov. Bill Lee @GovBillLee]

Today, I issued a state of emergency for all 95 counties ahead of this weekend’s major storm.

We encourage all Tennesseans to check local weather conditions & follow key updates from state agencies:

@TennesseeEMA
@myTDOT
@TNHighwayPatrol

Learn more here: https://t.co/FT8H3556tr

[Ryan Hall, Y’all @ryanhallyall]

A historic winter storm is targeting 200 million people across 35 states. The Northeast faces heavy snow while dangerous ice threatens Texas through the Carolinas. Prepare for power outages and avoid travel as conditions deteriorate.

[Jacob N Reed @JakeNReed]

Well that sucks.....

[NHRA @NHRA]

NHRA officials have made the unfortunate decision on Sunday to cancel this weekend’s In-N-Out Burger #NHRAFinals at @PomonaDragstrip due to persistent and adverse weather and unsafe track conditions.

After an exhaustive effort from the NHRA Safety Safari and following close consultation with safety officials this weekend, NHRA made the decision to cancel the race.

The rest of the 2025 NHRA @MissionFoodsUS Drag Racing Series world champions have been determined by the current points standings on Sunday, as @ProckRocket_TF (Funny Car), @DallasGlenn660 (Pro Stock) and Richard Gadson (Pro Stock Motorcycle) picked up championships.

For more information on how to claim event credit: https://t.co/h0gDztw9Ck
Ticket buyers will also receive an email on how to claim credits.

[Ryan Hall, Y’all @ryanhallyall]

Currently above Michigan!

[Jacob N Reed @JakeNReed]

@P0STTENEBRASLVX @3onyourside @NWSMemphis @ryanhallyall @actionnews5 Off of Ray Bluff

[Jacob N Reed @JakeNReed]

No camera necessary about 30 min ago. Drummonds, TN @3onyourside @NWSMemphis @ryanhallyall @actionnews5

[Jacob N Reed @JakeNReed]

Manual 30s exposure.

[Jacob N Reed @JakeNReed]

Faint pink aurora barely visible by the naked eye, but easily seen via camera. Drummonds, TN @ryanhallyall @NWSMemphis