What Is It Like Working in the Coldest City On Earth? -62°C (-79.6°F), Yakutsk

The Coldest Inhabited City on Earth - Yakutsk. In this unforgiving climate, there are workers who put their lives on the line to keep the city running and ensure the safety of its inhabitants. In this video, we take you on a gripping journey through their daily lives, exploring the challenges and risks they face in one of the world's harshest environments.
Thank you to Ministry of Emergency Situations of Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) and Administration of the Avtodorozhniy District of Yakutsk city for helping and support with organization.
Special thanks to the talented videographers @kamaqana for their work in shooting.
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:26 Firefighter
05:08 Foreman
09:48 Street cleaner

[@yolounironically8200]

The fact that nobody’s commenting on the fact that these workers are so incredibly underpaid, especially the street cleaners, is crazy!

[@RONJAE212003]

Your paid based on your cost of living. Obviously the cost of living is cheaper

[@raasalghul9211]

Yet they don't feel like a victim or feel sorry for themselves or feel entitled to sit at home. There's a work to be done and people get it done.

[@shlomophobe5582]

@@RONJAE212003 so they make $400 a month, yet the average cost of living is $400 a month EXCLUDING accommodation. Which means even if they were homeless, they’d still only break even. Sounds like underpaid to me

[@user-ny3fw5br3c]

americans and their savior complex… just watch the video

[@pikulan]

Yes, street cleaners and related jobs are underpaid in all Russia, not only in Yakutia. Even our life cost is lower than at Europe or USA, that salary of $400 per month is very low.

[@backdraft916]

Awesome dedication by the Firefighters. I spent 35 years in the fire service and faced some harsh winter conditions, but nothing like that! However, one thing we all have in common, no matter where we are is our families are always happy and relieved when we return home safely after each shift.

[@KiunB]

True ❤️

[@uybanabys]

Николай настоящий пример мужчины,всё умеет! Хотелось бы пожелать Николаю и его семье счастья и здоровья.👍🏻

[@errhka]

As someone who works in sunny southern California, the way these guys work in the cold is fascinating. We never have to worry about pipes+hydrants freezing, frostbite, or the engines/trucks not starting due to the temperature and it's admirable how they have adapted to these challenges

[@KiunB]

yes, it's truly admirable 🙏🏻

[@sandhyanagarajan]

I work in sunny California too! It is so fascinating to see these people have adapted to the challenges that comes with working in such cold temperatures. I never need to worry about frostbite or anything else like that!

[@edwardcullen3251]

​@@KiunB You're so hot

[@Vyker]

I still have to ask why? What is the purpose of that city? Is it a oil rig town? Otherwise just move further south?

[@crazybeing3723]

​@@Vykerit was a mining town, almost all cities there are/were mining towns. Diamonds were in Yakutia.

[@Bnelen]

I'm from a Nordic country that's considered quite cold enough. But this Yakutsk stuff is on another level. I find it quite unbelievable that they would do construction (and the other jobs) at those temperatures. They seem like great and tough people though, all the best to the people of Yakutsk.

[@iaam117]

A very enlightening episode. I was a Building Contractor in Southern California. The crews there complained about everything all the time. It amazes me to see people in your part of the world work in the most miserable conditions and not complain. My respect for your culture is at the highest levels.

[@mapacmonop5078]

Russians never complain. They suffer in silence. They don't even dare to oppose their authorities sending troops to commit acts of aggression against a neighboring country. And your building crews know their rights and make sure they are not violated. That's the main difference between a totalitarian state and a democracy.

[@iaam117]

@@mapacmonop5078 I am no for communism or anything like that. I am for working hard to make a living and earning my keep. I am so against WOKE, i could just shit. The entitlement was pushed by George Soros knowing he would corrupt democracy in the US. Kids of this generation have been told a lie. They took it for free everything. That's Bull Shit.

[@mapacmonop5078]

@@iaam117 Yeah, I'm also for working hard, but for a decent pay. The author didn't mention the fact that most construction workers in Yakutia are migrant laborers from Central Asia - Tajiks, Uzbeks and so on. They are paid so little that no Russian or Yakut, let alone American would work for such miserable money.

[@chechnya]

@@mapacmonop5078 This is fairly common in the USA too, we hire undocumented people from South America for much cheaper. Mexico, Honduras, El Salvador, etc. Greetings from Texas.

[@mapacmonop5078]

@@chechnya Right, it's a common practice everywhere - to hire cheaper workforce, mostly illegally. Are you from Chechnya originally? Chechen Texan?😄

[@lyjwb8]

I love all these videos because it's such a fascinating exciting look into the lives of people who live so differently than I do, but my favorite part is the realness of the subjects in these videos. I love their shy smiles and excitement in front of the camera, as they candidly share their lives and show their personalities. These videos are so well done!

[@KiunB]

Thank you so much 🙏

[@StormTrackerWV]

Nicolai smiled the whole time in that video, God bless him! I love these videos & I adore these people & their families...I feel like they are part of my family too.

[@KiunB]

❤️

[@brady_ackroyd]

Yakutsk seems like such a tightnit community. A strong family mixed with a wholesome community sounds like a perfect place to raise a family. I'm not sure why but I always have tears running down my face when I watch these videos. There's something wholesome and organic about simple living that I wish one day I can experience first hand. Thank you for these videos. Blessings...

[@KiunB]

Thank you ❤️

[@AlexAnder-rv1gu]

This was professional-grade :) Your mini-documentaries are getting higher and higher quality :) I love watching your tales of life in the harsh north.

[@goognamgoognw6637]

With the number of subscribers she has, she is paid as much as a full time job, i don't see why she wouldn't buy professional gear and even pay people when doing documentaries. Nothing surprising here, you are watching a professional occupation.

[@AlexAnder-rv1gu]

@@goognamgoognw6637 if she lives in Russia, I bet she gets zero dollars from youtube. It would all come from alternative direct-pay sources.

[@goognamgoognw6637]

@@AlexAnder-rv1gu Nope, i am sure another Russian youtuber is paid but youtube steals 25% while direct pay only steals 5%.

[@alexandrvasilev2865]

​@@AlexAnder-rv1gu she lives in mainland China. She's doing it from there.

[@sunshinegodguidance9730]

Exactly I love watching the documentary mini's as well🥶🥶🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🌨🌨🌨🌨🌨❄❄❄❄❄❄❄❄❄❄❄

[@Makimaki304]

I am an architecture student and have been working as an intern architect for two years now it’s very cool to see how you guys in an extremely harsh environment build houses and choose materials. Thank you for sharing as always!

[@KiunB]

Thanks Holly 😊

[@blackprix]

The people that live in these regions are absolutely amazing! In finding ways to go about their day as normal as they do is astounding! Many thumbs up to them, just watching and listening we learn a lot❤

[@KiunB]

Thank you 🙏

[@alexisdetocqueville9964]

These people are hardworking and HUMBLE, and seem much happier for it. We here in the West should take notes.

[@annafromrussia]

I’m from Siberia too but it’s not so cold here like in Yakutia ❤ you are brave guys 👍🏻

[@TY-ob7fz]

Hi Anna. See you have a channel too and glad to see life and information on other cultures.

[@annafromrussia]

@@TY-ob7fz hi, yes 🤗

[@NatE1]

I love your channel, nice to see you here

[@annafromrussia]

@@NatE1 thank you 😊🥳

[@Volkers1966]

this is why the internet was made. Love it! Relaxing voice ... good story, so much positivity. Really loving it.

[@anshumaanrakshit951]

These guys are the real heroes.

[@havocgr1976]

From Canada to Denmark and you, there is always one thing in common,the climate forces people to support each other.

[@KiunB]

🙏

[@szeryf7983]

Witaj Kochana przepiękny kraj cudownych dobrych wspaniałych dzielnych ludzi dziękuję za twoją pracę życzę wam wszystkiego co najlepsze jesteście cudowni ❤️💐🍰☕🤗👍👏

[@lizabetholabisi2931]

The people of Yakutsk are definitely amazing and resilient. I have lived in Nigeria all my life. Lagos Nigeria to be precised. I spent a year in Northern Nigeria (Kano State) and experienced painfully cold harmattan and thought that was the harshest weather ever. I am now certain that my experience then was a joke compared to what this people face day by day for 9 months! Your channel exposed me to life in other parts of the world. Thank you for that.

[@samuelb6960]

This video reminds me of something my parents taught me 'that no matter what you do, do your best and take pride in your work'.

[@condod414]

Great respect to those who work in such extreme conditions. Thank you very much for filming and sharing.

[@bell3320]

watching this makes me more grateful for what I have now. Yakutsk is absolutely beautiful fairy tale like city, but watching this made me realize that these people live 2 or 3 times harder than me living in a big city in a tropical country. big respect to their hard work

[@madanrajk1628]

அங்கு பணிபுரிகின்ற அனைத்து மாமனிதர்களுக்கு கோடான கோடி நன்றிகள். வாழ்க பனி (பணி)யுடன்.

[@KHLalekseyanov]

They are our Saviours!!, they put their lives on the line every day, especially during the 2022 wildlife that destroyed a lot of land and came close to my parent's home near our capital. That event we won't ever forget.. I still smell the smoke around the house when I visit them and my grandparents in Oymyakon. I and my wife Nyurguyaana love watching your videos

[@weston.weston]

Wow, his home workshop is very impressive! I admire craftspeople.

[@roybm3124]

The street cleaners cool down when taking a break 😅. Working keeps them warm. What a tough job.

[@yoeltrianto1223]

Like second person who got interviewed, I'm a building contractor in a so tropical country. I think that working there (Yakutsk) is so challenging in many factors. For instance, electrical conductivity will decline by decreasing of temperature, which possibly costs a big threat of welding work or any works supported by electricity. Not to mention the limitation of their sight and movement. All of them who worked there are really tough & persistent people!!

[@happyguy4525]

Keep warm my friend Kiun and friends Much love from Toronto Canada 🇨🇦

[@zplusacademy5718]

Salute all the Daredevils officials and crews who tackle such dangerous conditions ❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@anthonylapenna8264]

Love these videos showing the daily life of Yakutians! It is so fascinating to understand how people can not only survive in the harshest climate, but thrive!

[@corylcreates]

Another great video about humans' resilience and desire to help and take care of each other. I look forward to more videos about different lifestyles in Yakutsk!

[@chez0788]

That was beautifully done! Such hard working people and so motivated. It's incredible.

[@pshar8674]

thank you so much for making this video - what amazing firefighters and how lovely is Nikolai and his little family. all the people who keep the city running are amazing and their family support too. so interesting and a very well shot video too.x

[@honeybeehanchett]

Thank you for this video....I loved it! Please keep telling us about how people live in the coldest city on earth, you are doing an awesome job.

[@stevemac6707]

Always a good day when you upload a new video, not just entertaining but interesting and informative. Your production is always top notch as well. You should be incredibly proud of your channel, it's honestly one of the best on KZbin and I am not saying that just to be nice either 👌👍

[@TY-ob7fz]

Thank you Kiun for terrific information and show to everyone that there's humanity in every spot of our precious earth. See you're approaching million subs as your vids are gaining traction -congrats and love !!

[@artisanalbrownegg]

I salute these people who are brave enough to endure the challenges in the coldest place on earth. Nice work on documenting this Kiun B! Kudos!

[@PierreMiniggio]

10:38 Rofl... "Yeah, if it's really dangerously cold outside, we can get to work 1 hour less that day" 😅

[@rebeccaspratling2865]

Watching this and fantasizing about how delicious that air must be. It looks so crisp and refreshing. I hope one day I get to experience such clean crisp air.

[@minkuarc]

Respect for these men who risk their lives in worlds harshest environment.

[@bmbpdk]

Hello Kiun B, thank you for all of these documentaries, they are really well made and gives a realistic view of how other people lives around the world. Here in Denmark, Scandinavia our winters are normally -10c and our summers around 25c, but the 2022 - 2023 winter we had a single very cold night with -20c with a single day in the summer of 2022 peaking at 40c. Greetings from Denmark!

[@suesues]

I love watching these videos in freezing world since we never have such huge amount of snow in the warm city in Japan. Thank u for educating me always😊

[@KiunB]

😍🙌🏻

[@pokehome6722]

i love how peaceful your videos are.

[@AM_SDG]

Thanks Kiun for another excellent video. Thanks for making us meet Nikolai and his family. Well done Kiun

[@helenswan705]

This is all amazing news to me and I thank you very much for the video. I never thought of fires in cold places - but of course there are! Silly me. I am glad of how people like you can improve my education, thank you

[@Colombiana__]

Even though is the coldest place in earth, there is such a beautiful feeling and amazing community ❤ I just love this so much!

[@sharmawade5498]

I commend your teams hard work and dedication as firefighters saving lives in your surrounding communities. Bless your beautiful family and business making furniture/knives. May all the workers who show up everyday to do a great job building housing for others in such frigid temperatures be blessed with all they hope and pray for. May everyone who participated in this video be richly rewarded in return for all that you do. 🇺🇸

[@lexief-fx5jy]

Wow! Great video. Thank you for sharing

[@Trickysgaming420]

Thank you for sharing a special part of where you are from I love watching these videos they're just so pure and comforting keep up the great work I can't wait to see more Miss. Kiun B ❤️

[@KiunB]

Thank you ❤️

[@kumareearamsri4942]

Always appreciate your video sharing life in Yakutsk, i really have no idea how life is there until i came across to your channel. Thanks you Kiun B to create this channel. ❤ from your subscriber in Thailand🙏🏼😊🇹🇭

[@KiunB]

Thank you 😊

[@ByulSo]

I appreciate how you show that each of these workers are vital, even though they all get paid differently. Because it is true; whether you clean the streets, build, or are a firefighter these are all important jobs to help others live happy and healthy lives. Thank you to each of those you interviewed!

[@chelsea78344]

What an amazing video. Thank you so much. Hello and love from Australia! 🇦🇺

[@im_agine852]

Kiun, your channel is MARVELOUS. Thank you

[@beesbeesley3514]

Thank you for sharing what life is like in your beautiful home. These videos are always so well done

[@julaizaya7946]

Mad respect to this peoples, they are amazing !! Thanks for the video Kiun B.

[@KiunB]

🙏

[@ILikeBirds80]

What an absolutely fascinating and insightful video. I'd love to see more of the working lives of locals. What amazing, hard workers.

[@kusaiashionamete220]

Great video! I have so much respect for these brave men ! Even though they can retire early they continue working so hard!! By the way, how is Arian doing??? I love that sweet little angel 😍😘

[@KiunB]

Thank you! He is good, thanks for asking 😊

[@kusaiashionamete220]

@@KiunB thank you for your reply! I hope to see new videos of Arian soon 🥰😍

[@hawnair6624]

Thank you again for sharing this incredible and beautiful culture!

[@nic8880]

Inspiring! Love from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@mark-ish]

Amazing content Kiun B. Wonderful community.

[@dkierans]

Always so interesting. How does this winter compare to last? Would be great to hear some stories from your parents of how things have changed since they were younger.

[@tannguyen95]

Extreme cold with a warm voice like you make perfect video.

[@gazoontight]

Extremely informative and very interesting. Please keep posting videos about life in your home.

[@findmeenroute]

I love your videos so much! They warm my heart ❤

[@namidakoh1027]

I love this video and the transparency around their wages!

[@jessicak3377]

Amazing Video. If you can manage to have a functioning society in these extreme conditions, there is really no excuse for a lot of the problems people face in much more moderate climates.

[@raasalghul9211]

Well done. One of your best videos.

[@professorariel]

Nice Sailor Moon poster. Your videos are very inspiring.

[@beyondtheodyssey]

We should respect these responsible people who are constantly going through so much trouble and making people's lives easier.

[@markredacted8547]

I would love to visit here one day, the culture looks amazing and the people so friendly, the environment is absolutely beautiful.

[@KiunB]

❤️

[@childofthefox]

You have the most interesting and informative videos... thank you for sharing your lifestyle and time in making these beautiful and unique stories for your homeland .

[@freakingbored]

hello from hawaii. love these Yakutia videos

[@prescottosegie]

This takes courage I’m very proud and impressed of their hard work I salute 🫡 them as firefighters 🚒 thank you for sharing these stories kiun B

[@KiunB]

Thanks for watching!

[@spanishpropertyconsultants]

Hard people and strong mentality. Respect.

[@user-gn7xr1eu1b]

Does Yakutsk get a lot of visitors? And again the quality of you’re videos are top notch! Keep up the great work!

[@fishobob61]

Total Respect!! Great Videos!! Thank You.

[@KiunB]

Thank you 🙏

[@Thankyou_3]

Great video Kiun!

[@Gusssugs]

Reflecting on your last words, ‘how do you build a better future’, when you struggle with everything you build and do from day to day? Hats off to you all!

[@jenniejennie6914]

Really want to watch a video like a day in the life of a office worker in the coldest city on earth 🥰 thanks KiunB

[@ldo1308]

I find many things in these videos simply amazing

[@annashtein3850]

Потрясающее видео👏🏻

[@cemilozturk976]

This is an awesome work

[@greenplants2856]

Привет из Германии! Киун, ты делаешь удивительные видео! Спасибо тебе. Мне так интересно! Покажу это друзьям! Спасибо ещё раз! Продолжай это делать! Это ооочень интересно!

[@elizabethmccoy272]

This is quickly becoming one of my favorite channels!! I love seeing the things I can’t imagine mixed with normal day to day life I can relate to :)

[@KiunB]

Thank you so much!!

[@robwells5753]

Im starting to love the Okanagan more than ever 🌞

[@melanytodd2929]

Love from South Africa 🇿🇦 ❤

[@PeterSodhi]

This is an incredible video. Really grade A

[@adihermansyah8265]

finally,new episode

[@darja87]

I really like your videos :) greetings from Croatia 🇭🇷

[@ripple_on_the_ocean]

Wow so interesting! When it's below-40C here (🇨🇦) you see the ice fog effect too but not that intense! Thank you for sharing these stories 💙🥶💙

[@Simbzzz]

That last fire fighter is a very fine man 😮‍💨👌🏽

[@Sonny190]

Im cold watching this! What an a amazing video!

[@finecallmejane]

Just amazing to see the hard work that goes into things that I definitely don't think about in the American Southeast. Y'all are so, so badass.

[@norryvamp]

The fact that we barely have street cleaners here while these guys are doing the job in deep snow. (Czech Republic)

[@alm5992]

In Southern Ontario, Canada our coldest winter temperatures are only -20C, and that feels like instant frostbite! I can't even imagine -50.

[@mapriti]

God bless you all, it is hard for me to imagine...since my everyday life is in equator line

[@sanaaizamisri9316]

Respect

[@christophertaylor9847]

Awesome video. Thank you!

[@KiunB]

Thank you 🙏

[@danielsamson9505]

I watch your videos with always so much pleasure ... thank you👌👍

[@KiunB]

Thank you 🙏

[@jeanetteh.9240]

This was a very interesting video!