Discover the incredible, time-tested methods Siberians use to heat their homes in one of the coldest inhabited places on Earth — Yakutia, where temperatures drop as low as -83°F (-64°C). From traditional stoves to DIY insulation techniques, explore how people survive and thrive in conditions most of us could never imagine.
This video offers a rare inside look at daily life in extreme cold, highlighting practical heating solutions that combine innovation, resilience, and old-world wisdom.
Perfect for fans of extreme weather documentaries, off-grid living, and survival engineering.
🎥 Filmed in Yakutia, Russia – The Coldest Inhabited Place on Earth.
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00:01Meet Sergei, a resident of a remote and frosty village in Yakutia.
00:05Today, at minus 50 degrees Celsius, his first task is to warm his home with a wood-burning stove,
00:11which he must tend to at least three times a day in order to keep his house comfortable.
00:18In rural villages in Yakutia, where temperatures can plump to extreme lows, heating homes is a critical necessity.
00:25One of the most common methods is using a brick heating stoves, which are efficient at producing heat and can be filled with wood that is available locally.
00:37The brick wood stoves are typically placed at the center of the house to efficiently distribute heat throughout the entire home, preventing any loss.
00:47Additionally, Yakutian wooden houses are insulated between every log with moss and snow, which helps retain the heat inside.
00:54So even when the temperatures drop to minus 50 or minus 60 degrees Celsius outside, the interior of the house remains warm at around 25 degrees Celsius.
01:05Despite the extreme weather conditions, life goes on as usual in the village, with locals carrying out their regular activities, including work and school.
01:27Sergey is no exception, as he makes a 20-minute journey to work every day.
01:35Sergey works at the local coal heating system, which is another vital method used to keep the village warm.
01:42In fact, most administrative buildings in the area rely on this system for heating.
01:47The village has above-ground pipes, this is due to the frozen ground that never melts.
01:54To ensure that the pipes do not freeze during the harsh winter months, they are heavily insulated.
01:59Sergey's work starts early in the morning, where he inspects the coal-burning furnace, ensuring that it's running smoothly and effectively.
02:17Sergey closely monitors the heat output, regularly refilling the coal as needed to maintain a steady and consistent temperature throughout the village.
02:45Despite the availability of natural gas as an alternative fuel source, the village continues to rely on coal for heating, making it a popular option in region where it's mined locally.
03:02Yakutia is known for having vast reserves of high-quality coal, which has been used for heating and other purposes for centuries.
03:10This is due to a variety of factors, including the lack of infrastructure to transport and store natural gas and cost-effectiveness.
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03:49In the afternoon, Sergey makes round checking the pipes around the village.
04:16This task is crucial to ensure that the pipes remain functional and free from any damage caused by extreme cold.
04:46This is a testament to the communal spirits of the people of Yakuti's rural villages.
04:53Living in extreme cold requires an in-depth understanding of environment and the ability to adapt the challenging conditions.
05:01Despite the harsh weather, the people continue to lead fulfilling lives, relying on traditional heating methods and thriving in land of extreme cold.
05:13This is a testament to the people of Yakuti's rural villages.
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