I wouldn’t wish this on even you.

That's possible. I was surprised a few days ago to see the pattern change happening so soon. I wasn't expecting it until the last week of January or early February. No guarantees but there is still time for another chance at a colder pattern.

It will build character for them to pick themselves up by their own bootstraps. Lending a helping hand will just teach them dependency. I am not being mean or spiteful, just realistic about economics and human nature.

HRRR has the winds still getting a little stronger and staying that way through the morning

This is such a disgusting attitude.