Surviving a Winter Storm in an RV: Our Epic Snow Adventure

TLDRWe woke up to a leaky roof and freezing temperatures. With blizzard conditions outside, we battled the elements while staying warm in our RV. It was a challenging but epic snow adventure!

Key insights

🌨️Leaky roof caused by missing flashing around the AC unit

❄️Freezing temperatures and frosty windows

🚫Struggles with frozen doors and difficulties entering the RV

🔥Using multiple heating sources to stay warm in the RV

Enjoying the beautiful snowy scenery despite the challenges

Q&A

How did you handle the leaky roof?

We discovered a missing flashing around the AC unit, causing water to come in. We placed towels to absorb the water and resolved the issue by getting flashing installed.

How did you stay warm in such cold temperatures?

We utilized a diesel heater, propane heat, and electric blankets to keep ourselves warm inside the RV. We also sealed any drafts to retain heat.

Were there any difficulties entering the RV?

Yes, the doors froze and became difficult to open. We had to use de-icer and insulation to prevent them from freezing.

Did you have any other challenges during the snowstorm?

We had to constantly defrost the windows due to condensation and ice buildup. We also had to be cautious of driving in the blizzard conditions.

Did the snowstorm ruin your plans?

While the snowstorm presented challenges, we made the most of it by enjoying the snowy scenery and staying cozy inside the RV. It was an adventure in its own way!

Timestamped Summary

00:08Woke up to a leaky roof caused by missing flashing around the AC unit

01:53Facing freezing temperatures and frosty windows

03:37Struggles with frozen doors and entering the RV

04:24Using multiple heating sources to stay warm inside the RV

06:38Enjoying the beautiful snowy scenery despite the challenges

08:25Dealing with frozen windows and condensation buildup

09:20Taking measures to prevent doors from freezing

10:24Seeking shelter from the blizzard and staying warm inside the RV