I was re-reading this thread from 2 years ago and wondered how everyone was fairing this year, especially with all the snow in New England and the current cold snap that is dipping down into the Deep South. Last week is was 54* Sat, this week it was 4* on Sat. The temps are extremely cold now, highs just above 0* and lows well below 0*. Wind chills down to -30* below 0*. Frost bite is definitely an issue if you have to be outside for very long. I worry about people like George and Tru who live in areas that are not prepared for the snow, ice, and freezing temps. At least here in the North we have snow plows and salt so the roads are passable, and people know how to drive on snow covered roads. In case you are wondering, Just Slow Down, take your time and arrive alive. Oh, the other thing is that ALL cars have 4 wheel stopping, so even though a 4X4 PU will go in the snow, it will not stop any quicker than your 2 wheel drive car. I see a lot of people around here with 4X4 trucks going like crazy but they can't get stopped at a stop sign when they get there. Stay warn everyone, keep your wood stoves fired up, and stay indoors if you don't have to go out.
PS Phil seems to be right ,at least so far.