Vyomorozka

In the Far East of Russia, Vyomorozka workers face winter temperatures as low as minus 50 degrees Celsius

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'Vyomorozka' translates to 'freezing out', aptly naming the job of removing ice from ships in extreme cold.

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The primary task involves removing ice from ships and repairing damages at the Yakutsk harbour

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Workers like Mikhail Klus find the job manageable with proper clothing and attitude towards the cold

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A slip in ice cutting can lead to the ice breaking through to water, jeopardizing the entire effort

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The extreme cold solidifies ice, paradoxically making the task of ice removal somewhat easier

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The job demands not just physical, but significant mental resilience due to the emotional toll of the freezing environment

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Vyomorozka

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