Time Was Running Out
Despite the available workforce and resources and the local community’s efforts, the search turned up little significance. They didn’t know where the child went. Also, it was then dark and cold.
Getting More Worried
Time was running out, and the authorities were worried that the boy might get ill if he was not found soon. Kaydon did not have sufficient winter clothing to shield him from the cold, so that it might have been deadly for him. This made them more likely to act quickly.