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Weatherman rescues a chicken in a blizzard and now they're an unlikely best friend duo

"Now that she's a part of the family, she's a total diva!"

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Weatherman rescues a chicken in a blizzard and now they're friends.

There's a little-known saying that every weatherman needs a chicken. OK, it's little known because I totally just made it up, but you have to admit, it's just random enough to make you wonder if you missed out on a weird colloquialism. But in this case, it may be a new saying because weatherman David Neal found a stray chicken while reporting on a blizzard, and they've somehow become best friends.

The chicken, now named Penelope, was running around in the snowstorm while Neal was filming, so he tried to catch her so he could make sure she was warm. Penelope had other plans and gave Neal a literal run for his money. Eventually, with the help of a bystander who was likely as confused as the chicken, Neal was able to get Penny in his arms.

Of course, he had some explaining to do once the cameras were rolling again, and he handled it like the pro he is, holding a live chicken.

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Two doulas help dad deliver baby during a blizzard with help from strangers on Facebook

"This is going to be me. I’m going to have to put my big boy pants on and figure this out."

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Two doulas help dad deliver baby in blizzard

Working remotely usually isn't this hands on but two doulas in Buffalo had to get creative when a patient went into labor while trapped inside the house due to the historic blizzard. Davon and Erica Thompson found themselves in a peculiar situation when Erica went into labor on Christmas Eve.

Davon called 911 multiple times in an attempt to get assistance but the operator couldn't send anyone out according to NBC News. But the baby was not going to wait until EMS was free. Erica's contractions quickly jumped to just three minutes apart and Davon knew he was about to become a midwife.

Davon told the Buffalo News, “At that point, I was like: ‘This is going to be me. I’m going to have to put my big boy pants on and figure this out,’" so he reached out to a friend.

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With a massive blizzard bearing down on the East Coast this weekend, America's snowplow drivers will likely once again be the unsung heroes of the whole shebang.

While the rest of us are holed up in our apartments enjoying the 17-23 frozen pizzas we stocked up on during the week, brave men and women across the region will somehow, some way, clear our roads and driveways.

How do they do what they do?

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"Now that she's a part of the family, she's a total diva!"

"This is going to be me. I’m going to have to put my big boy pants on and figure this out."

As winter rolls along, it's important for everyone to stay warm.

1. Keep your pets indoors as much as possible.

2. Dog sweaters! They're cute AND practical.

3. Build an outdoor shelter for your pet.

4. Don't forget about the stray cats in your neighborhood.

5. If you're driving anywhere, check under the hood of your car before you turn it on.

6. Protect your dog's paws from salt.

7. Build a brush pile for wild animals to shelter in.

8. You may need to feed your pet more food than usual.

9. Provide water for wild animals whose usual water source may have frozen over.

10. Always buy nontoxic antifreeze.

11. Dry your pets off when they come in from outside.

12. Let your pet's fur grow out for the winter.

13. Combat your pet's skin's dryness with a humidifier.

14. Regular grooming year-round can help when a winter storm hits.

15. Don't leave your pets alone if you're traveling.

16. If you do brave the snow for a w-a-l-k, keep your dog on a leash.

17. Speak out if you see a pet left outside.

With a massive blizzard bearing down on the East Coast this weekend, America's snowplow drivers will likely once again be the unsung heroes of the whole shebang.

1. They've been preparing for this moment for months.

2. They often work inhuman hours.

3. Their jobs are a lot harder when you're out on the road.

4. If your job is saving people's lives, then OK. Feel free to drive.

5. If you lost something really important in the snow on your way to work, chances are they're going to be the ones to find it.

6. They actually care about when your driveway gets plowed and making sure their routes are fair...

7. ...unless you're dating the driver, in which case, you're probably out of luck.

8. Don't punch your snowplow driver.

9. They have people at home who are really, really hoping they get home safely.

Bottom line: When you see a snowplow driver — and this weekend, many of us probably will — thank them from the bottom of your heart.