Cold Weather

Trump Supporters Freeze Out in DC, Blame Cold for Small Inauguration Crowd

Due to dangerously cold weather, President-elect Trump ordered the inauguration ceremony’s relocation from the Capitol’s West Front to the Capitol Rotunda. This decision disappointed some attendees who traveled from across the country, expressing frustration at the change of plans and desire to witness the event in person. To accommodate the public, a viewing location will be established at Capital One Arena, though details regarding capacity and overflow remain unclear. A Trump rally will precede the inauguration at the same venue.

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Freezing Temps Expected at Trump’s Second Inauguration

President Trump’s second inauguration will be significantly colder than his first, with a projected high of 23 degrees Fahrenheit—20 degrees below the historical average. This would mark the coldest Inauguration Day in four decades, surpassing even the 7-degree temperature recorded during President Reagan’s 1985 swearing-in. In contrast, his 2017 inauguration experienced a relatively mild 48 degrees with light rain. While the day itself is expected to be dry, pre-inauguration snow or rain is possible.

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Some fans at frigid Chiefs playoff game underwent amputations, hospital confirms

I cannot fathom the decision-making process that led some fans to undergo amputations after enduring the frigid temperatures at the recent Chiefs playoff game. The idea of losing a body part for the sake of a game, no matter how big or how devoted a fan one may be, is unfathomable to me. Was it a lack of proper attire, an abundance of alcohol dulling their senses, or simply a misguided sense of loyalty that led to such severe consequences?

Having been to cold NFL games myself, I make sure to wrap myself up in layers upon layers of warm clothing.… Continue reading