A lot of things have changed since then. Yes, we have had a boon in storms but measuring technique has changed, for many newbies, which as everybody knows I despise. There are much more weather spotters, better computer models 24/7, and of course the news which tends to sensationalize what were mostly moderate storms of the past. Moderate meaning old definition: 4-8",5-10", and even 6-12" storms. We had discussion on this board quite a while back.