Real English Four: unreal

An unprecedented snow storm hit the East Coast last week.

Here is the email correspondence between my father and I last week.

Dad:  It has been snowing all night.  As of now, we have gotten about 10 inches.  Power has been out for over 12 hours.  According to the latest news reports, over 715,000 households are without power.  The plows haven't been down our street yet, so we are snowed in.  We stocked up on food before the storm, so don't worry! Also, have some wood, so the fireplace and the "hot packs" you gave us in Japan are keeping us warm.  This winter, with all the snow and freezing cold, has been unreal!!  Keep ya posted...

My reply:  The snow storm which hit Osaka the other day was nothing compared to that!  The snow stuck, but only a few cm around here.  It was big news because on the same day there were "entrance exams" for university and also the Bullet Train was stopped for hours, causing delays.  My biggest worry was my wet socks and sneaks...they got soaked when I walked in the slush to the station.  I need to buy a pair of snow boots!  Power back on yet? Streets plowed yet?  Still have wood, or all out?  Anyway, hang in!!  

p.s. for your amusement,  here are some photos of the snow here. jealous?