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WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 11:21 am
by DannyBoy_07
So, I am freaking out. This is my third and final shot at the LSAT. My PTs are finally in the 170-173 range, and I am feeling confident.
Of course I live up in Jersey and they are predicting 6-12 inches of snow Friday night. Finding out about the cancellation is not my worry, my worry is, if it gets cancelled, what the hell then?
Do I have to wait until June? I heard they have rescheduled for a few weeks later.
I cannot look at LSAT material for more than 3 days. I am over this test, I want to be done.
This is an FML x 1000000000.
I am already looking to stay in a hotel Friday night.
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 11:25 am
by DannyBoy_07
I am looking for advice from anyone whose been in a similar situation.
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 11:33 am
by dynomite
DannyBoy_07 wrote:This is an FML x 1000000000.
Whatever happens it sounds like you need a "Whoo-saaahhh" moment. Deep breath.
Forecasts change quickly -- don't assume anything. There's a thread somewhere on the board about someone whose test was canceled due to weather in December. The LSAC sent an email to him/her that said there would be a different test in "a few weeks" or something.
Edit: Found it:
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 11:40 am
by DannyBoy_07
dyno, thanks I jumped on the other weather thread.
thanks for your help though.
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 11:53 am
by keg411
LSAT Snow day in NJ on Saturday = /killself
I just want to take this freakin' thing. And not on Super Bowl Sunday. And not on Monday when I have work. And not next week so I get another week of freaking out.
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 12:00 pm
by lawhawk
first mistake: living in Jersey.
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 12:09 pm
by DannyBoy_07
Keg, got some info from LSAC:
if it is cancelled, they always provide a make up within the next couple of weeks. I was worried I would have to wait until June.
I am planning on getting a hotel, you should think about the same.
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 12:11 pm
by keg411
DannyBoy_07 wrote:Keg, got some info from LSAC:
if it is cancelled, they always provide a make up within the next couple of weeks. I was worried I would have to wait until June.
I am planning on getting a hotel, you should think about the same.
I live about 15 minutes from my test center. Any hotel would probably be further.
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 12:17 pm
by DannyBoy_07
lawhawk, whats your problem with Jersey homeboy?
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 12:17 pm
by DannyBoy_07
oh ok, you're lucky dude. I am on the phone with expedia
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 12:25 pm
by lawduder
not helping, but I'd like to say good luck Dan! kill it
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 1:06 pm
by DannyBoy_07
duder! whats up brother? I finally hit the 170 range bro, I am ready!
Have you heard from any schools yet?
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 5:05 pm
by as4051
I feel the same. I live in DC and am taking it Saturday. They are calling for 3inches. I am crossing my fingers that it comes Saturday night instead. Like you I cannot stand look at another LSAT book again and if it is postponed to next Saturday that is bday and that would really suck.
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 5:09 pm
by dreamscometrue
as4051 wrote:I feel the same. I live in DC and am taking it Saturday. They are calling for 3inches. I am crossing my fingers that it comes Saturday night instead. Like you I cannot stand look at another LSAT book again and if it is postponed to next Saturday that is bday and that would really suck.
Ouch, that would suck having to take it on your birthday. I'm leaving for study abroad in a few weeks (and definitely do not want to take it abroad), so a cancellation is not good.
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 5:29 pm
by christinalsat
So it looks like LSAC will just send us an email the morning of the test if it's canceled? Also, anyone know what happens to those who can't make it to the retake?
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 6:56 pm
by DannyBoy_07
christinalsat wrote:So it looks like LSAC will just send us an email the morning of the test if it's canceled? Also, anyone know what happens to those who can't make it to the retake?
email on friday if it is bad friday, otherwise LSAC is there in the morning at 7 am. I plan to wake up at 7, call them and/or check the website.
This is total bullshit, mother nature can suck it right now.
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 7:02 pm
by je_ne_regrette_rien
Weird question but... if the weather really sucks in the North East/Mid-Atlantic, will they cancel it EVERYWHERE for everyone... just to have it all administered on the same day?
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 7:02 pm
by DannyBoy_07
je_ne_regrette_rien wrote:Weird question but... if the weather really sucks in the North East/Mid-Atlantic, will they cancel it EVERYWHERE for everyone... just to have it all administered on the same day?
no, they administer a different exam. LSAC told me today they always have a backup test.
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 7:04 pm
by je_ne_regrette_rien
Thanks.
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 8:59 pm
by Legalite
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Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2010 9:35 pm
by UF Gators
christinalsat wrote:So it looks like LSAC will just send us an email the morning of the test if it's canceled? Also, anyone know what happens to those who can't make it to the retake?
If you can't make it to the retake they either refund your money or allow you to register for the June test at no charge.
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Thu Feb 04, 2010 9:35 am
by christinalsat
So does that mean it would show up as an absence, or would it just not go on your record at all?
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Thu Feb 04, 2010 9:39 am
by LawandOrder
as4051 wrote:I feel the same. I live in DC and am taking it Saturday. They are calling for 3inches. I am crossing my fingers that it comes Saturday night instead. Like you I cannot stand look at another LSAT book again and if it is postponed to next Saturday that is bday and that would really suck.
3 inches? What forecast are you looking at?
http://www.weather.com/weather/alerts/l ... X&etn=0004
National Weather Service wrote:
... WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...
A WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING.
* PRECIPITATION TYPE... SNOW.
* ACCUMULATIONS... THIS STORM IS LIKELY TO PRODUCE 12 OR MORE INCHES OF SNOW IN THE WATCH AREA... WITH A GOOD CHANCE FOR LOCALIZED AMOUNTS OVER 20 INCHES.
* TIMING... SNOW IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN LATE MORNING FRIDAY... CONTINUING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING.
* TEMPERATURES... HIGHS IN THE LOWER TO MID 30S FRIDAY. FRIDAY NIGHT AND SATURDAY... TEMPERATURES WILL BE 25 TO 30 DEGREES.
* WINDS... EAST 5 TO 10 MPH FRIDAY AND FRIDAY NIGHT... BECOMING NORTH 10 TO 20 MPH SATURDAY. GUSTS SATURDAY AROUND 25 MPH.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
THIS STORM HAS THE POTENTIAL TO BE SIMILAR TO THE DECEMBER 19TH STORM. PLAN FOR SUBSTANTIAL DISRUPTIONS TO TRAVEL FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THE WEEKEND
Remember the Dec. 19th storm? It's about to be that shit again.
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Thu Feb 04, 2010 9:42 am
by booboo
LawandOrder wrote:as4051 wrote:I feel the same. I live in DC and am taking it Saturday. They are calling for 3inches. I am crossing my fingers that it comes Saturday night instead. Like you I cannot stand look at another LSAT book again and if it is postponed to next Saturday that is bday and that would really suck.
3 inches? What forecast are you looking at?
http://www.weather.com/weather/alerts/l ... X&etn=0004
National Weather Service wrote:
... WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...
A WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING.
* PRECIPITATION TYPE... SNOW.
* ACCUMULATIONS... THIS STORM IS LIKELY TO PRODUCE 12 OR MORE INCHES OF SNOW IN THE WATCH AREA... WITH A GOOD CHANCE FOR LOCALIZED AMOUNTS OVER 20 INCHES.
* TIMING... SNOW IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN LATE MORNING FRIDAY... CONTINUING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING.
* TEMPERATURES... HIGHS IN THE LOWER TO MID 30S FRIDAY. FRIDAY NIGHT AND SATURDAY... TEMPERATURES WILL BE 25 TO 30 DEGREES.
* WINDS... EAST 5 TO 10 MPH FRIDAY AND FRIDAY NIGHT... BECOMING NORTH 10 TO 20 MPH SATURDAY. GUSTS SATURDAY AROUND 25 MPH.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
THIS STORM HAS THE POTENTIAL TO BE SIMILAR TO THE DECEMBER 19TH STORM. PLAN FOR SUBSTANTIAL DISRUPTIONS TO TRAVEL FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THE WEEKEND
Remember the Dec. 19th storm? It's about to be that shit again.
I think even God is trying to play his part and deter people from becoming lawyers.
Re: WEATHER COULD CAUSE CANCELLATION THIS SAT!
Posted: Thu Feb 04, 2010 10:26 am
by RoccoSebastian
There is a 70 percent chance of a snowstorm from several sources, even NBC.com and Chris Cimino on my facebook feed has made predictions of snowstorms from Friday night into Saturday in the Tri-State New York City area.
If anything the LSAC (Law School Admissions Council) should begin preparations / announcements as soon as today / immediately in regards to test takers in the New York City area to avoid confusion on test day.
This is not only imperative but also a necessary step on their behalf. It's good that the did make notice of the weather conditions for test day but they should make announcements today. I even called my center but they were not certain.