I REALLY want to go out... - Page 3

Peaches McPhee · ‎04-19-2010

it is not that it's -2 degrees, it is that with windchill it is MUCH colder.

Regardless, I don't understand a travel ban for cold weather, though. It's not like you are out in the cold when you are in your car . . .

-- pro-aging --

Rochester, New York

terrier3 · ‎03-10-2010

On 1/7/2014 Peaches McPhee said:
it is not that it's -2 degrees, it is that with windchill it is MUCH colder.

Regardless, I don't understand a travel ban for cold weather, though. It's not like you are out in the cold when you are in your car . . .

The wind is blowing so hard it is causing whiteouts.

I got caught in one last night and actually missed my driveway...I couldn't see past the windshield. It was SCARY!

brewhaha · ‎07-25-2010

I would walk on my treadmill in my house.

Yardlie · ‎03-10-2010

I would listen to your city if they have a travel ban. Even though -2 might not sound that bad to some people, it is those windchills that are terrible. Also, the city knows how many resources it has to keep everyone safe. What if you fell on the black ice or something and nobody saw you. You could freeze to death very fast.

We're all in this together. Stay inside and relax...or turn on an exercise channel on tv and do a workout. Just keep safe.

A kind gesture can reach a wound that only compassion can heal. ~~ Steve Maraboli

Lipstickdiva · ‎03-10-2010

On 1/7/2014 Tyak said:
On 1/7/2014 Dagna said:
What am I missing? I used to live where the temps in winter were typically below 0 - as much as 20 to 30 below. And we didn't even know what the wind chill was. We went to work and school etc.

What is so different now? Is this because of global warming or something that everyone is freaking out?

I agree, Dagna. I grew up in the snow belt along Lake Erie. It's winter for crying out loud, snow and cold are to be expected.

I grew up in the Cleveland area and am still living there and while yes snow and cold are to be expected, this type of cold is highly unusual even for our area. We haven't seen temps this cold in years and years. I don't even remember the last time it's been this cold. It's not just that it's -11 but it's windy and with the wind chill it is -21 or more.

People in my area have been having problems with pipes freezing inside their homes.

Tyak · ‎01-26-2013

On 1/7/2014 LipstickDiva said:
On 1/7/2014 Tyak said:
On 1/7/2014 Dagna said:
What am I missing? I used to live where the temps in winter were typically below 0 - as much as 20 to 30 below. And we didn't even know what the wind chill was. We went to work and school etc.

What is so different now? Is this because of global warming or something that everyone is freaking out?

I agree, Dagna. I grew up in the snow belt along Lake Erie. It's winter for crying out loud, snow and cold are to be expected.

I grew up in the Cleveland area and am still living there and while yes snow and cold are to be expected, this type of cold is highly unusual even for our area. We haven't seen temps this cold in years and years. I don't even remember the last time it's been this cold. It's not just that it's -11 but it's windy and with the wind chill it is -21 or more.

People in my area have been having problems with pipes freezing inside their homes.

Sure, it's unusual but it has happened before and will happen again and people who live in cold climates should be aware of that. I lived there for 56 years and couldn't wait to leave.

JustJules · ‎06-25-2013

I would stay home where it is warm and safe. Didn't you say you went out yesterday and it became whiteout conditions? You got blown over and rolled down the street (sorry, that did make me chuckle, but only because I have been there when the wind is so brutal you can't keep your footing). Work out at home, pop in an exercise dvd or find one online. Jog in place in front of the tv or run up and down your stairs. Lots of ways to exercise at home. I know lots of people are suffering cabin fever now, but it's much safer to be warm and protected than risk being out and caught in an accident. Walking is no fun either. Last night I had to run out to the store, on my way I passed an older man shuffling along carrying groceries, both hands loaded with a couple of heavy plastic bags. He had on a coat and gloves, but only jeans and tennis shoes, not boots. It was not snowing, but it was down in single digits and the snow we do have is still piled up on sidewalks and streets. He looked frozen. I thought maybe he was getting to his car, but as I watched in my rearview mirror he continued to walk down the road. I hesitated for a moment, then turned my car around and went back. When I pulled up next to him he stopped. I got out and asked him if he had far to go, he said not too far. So I asked him if I could give him a lift. He just replied "yes ma'am". We loaded his groceries in my back seat and he got in my car that was nice and warm. He kept saying thank you and he appreciated it. I told him I thought perhaps he was almost to his car, but when I saw him still walking I had to turn back. Not a night for anyone to be out in those conditions for long, especially hauling two heavy handfuls of groceries. When I saw the shopping bags I realized he had come from the Dollar General store which would have been about 3/4 mile away from where I picked him up. So the man had nearly a 4 mile roundtrip walk in the frigid cold. I was only able to help him take off the last mile, but he was appreciative and I was glad I went back for him. Other cars had passed him and didn't stop.

In these kind of horrible conditions terrier, don't put yourself at risk. You'll be able to get back to your gym soon enough. Stay safe and warm.

occasionalrain · ‎03-10-2010

I thought this thread was going to be about the commercial.

As for going out, why do that and maybe get into a problem, slip and fall etc, and make the beleaguered EMTs have to rescue you?

garmer · ‎03-16-2010

One thing to keep in mind is that if the roads are officially closed due to the weather and you drive on them...if you have an accident your auto ins. may not pay. Found this out after I drove home on a closed highway after work, didn't want to stay at work for days. Luckily, I didn't crash the car. I saw it on the news after I got home, about ins not paying. It was during one of those blizzards in the 90s.

PuppyBreath · ‎03-09-2010

This arctic blast in Mn. is not new to us. Schools didn't close during my childhood, or my kid's either. But, our Governor closed them yesterday, and today. The mail was delivered both days, but the garbage co. did not pickup until today. All stores, and malls were open. The MOA gave free rides all day yesterday. So, the kids went to the mall instead of school. So, the kids were out in it anyway.

I walk with a cane so I have stayed home. The roads are clear, but there are plenty of accidents due to black ice. I also would not want to be stranded due to a blown tire. It has warmed up to +1 today. We are happy campers.

Now, I have seen terrible whiteouts here when school SHOULD have been closed, but were not.