[ddbach]

The main problem with this degree of frigid weather is that the people around here are not used to it so they do not prepare properly for being outside for even brief periods. This means making certain their vehicle is ready - gas, survival pack, good battery, etc. as well as dressing appropriately. Too many assume their regular cold weather routine/apparel will serve. Most vehicles here do not have block heaters which in this weather would be very useful.

Monday morning -14 as I left for work at 645. Still -14 when I went to another site at 930 and when I left for home at 1730. Now it's -17. Normal high around 25 and low around 10. Hasn't been this cold since 1996.