New York City is currently grappling with an unrelenting deep freeze, as temperatures have plummeted to dangerous levels. Over the weekend, residents experienced temperatures dipping below -15°F (-26°C) when factoring in the chilling effect of the wind. Tragically, this extreme cold has led to a significant loss of life, with the outdoor death toll now reaching 18. Among the recent victims was an 86-year-old homeless man discovered in The Bronx, highlighting the vulnerability of those without adequate shelter during such severe weather conditions.