BRISTOL86 Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 4 minutes ago, ChippenhamRed said: They can win. They can make an early decision to minimise the losses for fans. Under the circumstances anyone who has already paid for transport and hotels ought to be able to appreciate why such a decision has been made. It certainly isn’t a reason to carry on regardless. They have made an early decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marmite Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 3 minutes ago, JulieH said: Unfortunately football matches tend to be policed by some officers on cancelled rest days. It ensures a front line response to policing is still capable and adequate Would that be overtime then. I thought the police budget was stretched. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CotswoldRed Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 2 minutes ago, BRISTOL86 said: It’s really for A&S to manage their resources and I’m sure they’re better equipped to do so than we are from our armchairs. You'll be able to answer that question when you need to call them yourself one day. Hope you never do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRL Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 4 minutes ago, Nogbad the Bad said: That advice is for today, not tomorrow. The forecast is for it to be 5 deg. warmer this time tomorrow. people will be travelling way before that time Nog, the increase in temperature will be negligible in terms of defrosting roads and paths at the time people are travelling in. It will take one kid to get flattened and killed by a car sliding on ice going to the game to bring this ludicrous decision crashing down around everyones ears.. all for a bloody football match Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChippenhamRed Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 2 minutes ago, BRISTOL86 said: They have made an early decision. They’ve said it goes ahead as things stand. That’s far from categoric. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portland Bill Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 17 minutes ago, AppyDAZE said: I really, really hope this isn't our club going "we're a big football club, our pitch is just fine, who do you think we are , Swindon, The Gas?? I think SL wants to see our new undersoil heating working for the first major time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 2 minutes ago, ChippenhamRed said: Of course it’s a problem for some people. Indeed, those people will just miss a football game. That’s life. If the games on and you can get there safely, great. If not, shit happens, and here’s hoping we get 3 points! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken A Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 Someone mentioned forecast is for 5 degrees tomorrow but that is the issue because rain is also forecast which will fall and instantly freeze. If that happens conditions will be far worse than the snow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacki Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 4 minutes ago, Nogbad the Bad said: That advice is for today, not tomorrow. The forecast is for it to be 5 deg. warmer this time tomorrow. I find it hard to believe that the snow will be melting and the roads/pavements not in any way treacherous this time tomorrow. Time will tell I guess but the prudent thing would be to call it off and save a lot of hassle imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid in the Riot Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 5 minutes ago, Nogbad the Bad said: That advice is for today, not tomorrow. The forecast is for it to be 5 deg. warmer this time tomorrow. With wind chill the temperature won't be going above freezing tomorrow so hardly 'warmer'! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 1 minute ago, ChippenhamRed said: They’ve said it goes ahead as things stand. That’s far from categoric. Ours is one of 20 games that is still on as things stand. It’s not a situation unique to us (though I’m as surprised as anyone, though when you think about recent events then it’s not surprising the club are doing everything in their power to keep it on) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CotswoldRed Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 1 minute ago, Kid in the Riot said: With wind chill the temperature won't be going above freezing tomorrow so hardly 'warmer'! Wind chill won't prevent ice from thawing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LocoPal Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 These road conditions would be a risk to supporters and their vehicles, which out-weighs the inconvenience to those that just can't attend a rearranged mid-week fixture. I hope the club show common sense and postpones this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portland Bill Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 16 minutes ago, JulieH said: There has been ongoing meetings at Avon and Somerset regarding the weather and adequate response being provided in our force area. officers have been called in, or collected where they cannot come in and 4 x4 vehicles utilised to ensure public safety is maintained and an emergency response to the weather conditions continues to be provided. We will be in a position to offer this tomorrow. Whereas today only 30-40 miles away from Bristol, the army have been called in to help stranded motorists. And as I write there is a massive weather related pile up crash near Exeter. You couldn’t make this up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChippenhamRed Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 1 minute ago, BRISTOL86 said: Indeed, those people will just miss a football game. That’s life. If the games on and you can get there safely, great. If not, shit happens, and here’s hoping we get 3 points! Anyone getting into a car tomorrow can’t guarantee to get there safely. Keeping the game on flies in the face of official advice to make essential journeys only. How would you feel if your friend or relative was injured in a car crash involving a football fan who thought he could get to the game safely? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChippenhamRed Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 3 minutes ago, BRISTOL86 said: Ours is one of 20 games that is still on as things stand. It’s not a situation unique to us (though I’m as surprised as anyone, though when you think about recent events then it’s not surprising the club are doing everything in their power to keep it on) How many of those other games are on the edge of a red warning zone where the impact has been most recently and drastically felt? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nogbad the Bad Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 3 minutes ago, Kid in the Riot said: With wind chill the temperature won't be going above freezing tomorrow so hardly 'warmer'! I'm not arguing for the game to be on, I don't find the prospect of sitting in AG in the cold for 2 hours that appealing. All I'm saying is the conditions for the match to be played - pitch, stadium and surrounding areas all deemed safe seem to have have been met. And apparently it will be 5 deg. less cold than today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 1 minute ago, ChippenhamRed said: Anyone getting into a car tomorrow can’t guarantee to get there safely. Keeping the game on flies in the face of official advice to make essential journeys only. How would you feel if your friend or relative was injured in a car crash involving a football fan who thought he could get to the game safely? So don’t get in a car if it’s not safe to do so tomorrow! Not rocket science! No one is forcing anyone into a car tomorrow whether the game goes ahead or not, is my point. Clearly lots of people won’t be going even if the game is on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CotswoldRed Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 4 minutes ago, ChippenhamRed said: Anyone getting into a car tomorrow can’t guarantee to get there safely. Keeping the game on flies in the face of official advice to make essential journeys only. How would you feel if your friend or relative was injured in a car crash involving a football fan who thought he could get to the game safely? Very few people will know its safe to travel until they find out, at some point along their journey, it isn't. Simple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 75 Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 IMO game will definitely be on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fat Controller Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 The met office are currently predicting highs of 3 in BS3 tomorrow, and that temperature won't be reached until 3pm. There will be a negligible effect on the conditions on the ground prior to kick off time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clevedon Red Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 Free tea and coffee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChippenhamRed Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 1 minute ago, CotswoldRed said: Very few people will know its safe to travel until they find out, at isn't some point along their journey, it isn't. Simple. Exactly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 75 Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 https://www.bcfc.co.uk/news/gate-guide-sheffield-wednesday-with-travel-advice/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 1 minute ago, Nogbad the Bad said: I'm not arguing for the game to be on, I don't find the prospect of sitting in AG in the cold for 2 hours that appealing. All I'm saying is the conditions for the match to be played - pitch, stadium and surrounding areas all deemed safe seem to have have been met. And apparently it will be 5 deg. less cold than today. This. Why is this so hard to grasp. The club are doing everything they can to ensure they are able to host s football match - that has nothing to do with whether or not individual fans can safely get there. That’s not up to the club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChippenhamRed Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 2 minutes ago, BRISTOL86 said: So don’t get in a car if it’s not safe to do so tomorrow! Not rocket science! No one is forcing anyone into a car tomorrow whether the game goes ahead or not, is my point. Clearly lots of people won’t be going even if the game is on. The majority of season ticket holders travel by car. Do you think it’s fair to hold a match they have already paid for in the knowledge that most of them can’t safely get to the game? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AppyDAZE Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 2 minutes ago, Nogbad the Bad said: I'm not arguing for the game to be on, I don't find the prospect of sitting in AG in the cold for 2 hours that appealing. All I'm saying is the conditions for the match to be played - pitch, stadium and surrounding areas all deemed safe seem to have have been met. And apparently it will be 5 deg. less cold than today. 5 deg doesnt suddenly make things disappear. It will take at least until later on Sunday before the snow has gone. Slush everywhere too is very, very dangerous Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nogbad the Bad Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 2 minutes ago, CotswoldRed said: Very few people will know its safe to travel until they find out, at isn't some point along their journey, it isn't. Simple. Maybe, but you're coming from the Cotswolds and you're answering someone in Chippenham. There will be many thousands in the Bristol area wondering why the match has been called off if the conditions in the area in the morning don't seem to merit it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Northski Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 23 minutes ago, lenred said: But lots of people will want it on also. Not everyone wants it called off. Those that can't make midweek games, those that may be away for the rearranged games, those who want to travel from Sheffield on a Saturday not a Tuesday (who deem it safe it to travel). It's tricky indeed and it will be a ball ache for me to get there alongside 1000's of others, but there is another side here. I agree with you that those who can get there want the game to go ahead. Whereas those who can’t get there because of the snow, ice want it called off. In essence, those who can’t get to the game are asking for a little empathy from those who can. In this case this appears to be both the club itself and some of its Bristol based supporters. You can take it as read that we want three points. But we’d all like to see it too. We’ve all bought tickets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted March 2, 2018 Report Share Posted March 2, 2018 1 minute ago, ChippenhamRed said: The majority of season ticket holders travel by car. Do you think it’s fair to hold a match they have already paid for in the knowledge that most of them can’t safely get to the game? I think it’s a risk you take when you buy advanced tickets for an event that on a rare occasion circumstances will dictate you can’t attend. Whether I’m there or not tomorrow remains to be seen, but I’d tather the game went ahead whether I’m there or not. Club cant win - call the game off and we’d just have a ten page moaning thread about that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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