[Noah930]

Hey, in anticipation of the big storm coming tomorrow to the NorthEast, just a little snowblower safety:

Mind you, I have no personal snow blower experience. I grew up in SoCal, and have lived in apartments my entire time here in Boston.

However, I do have a lot of experience with people who have whacked off fingers from sticking their hands in the output chute when the blower gets clogged. So, even if the blower is turned off, there may be some kinetic energy stored in the impeller blade mechanism. As you stick your hand down there to unclog it, the blade may be freed up enough to make another revolution or two. Enough to mangle your hand permanently. A surgeon may be able to stick it back on, but unless you're a salamander, don't expect it to ever work properly again. So just remember to turn the motor off, and USE A PUSH STICK of some sort, please.