Samjiyon construction workers suffer frostbite in -30°C cold with inadequate winter gear

Despite the frigid temperatures in the North Korean city of Samjiyon, construction continues on a tourist resort in the area. That has resulted in multiple cases of frostbite among workers assigned to the project. “The temperature in Samjiyon and around Mount Paektu remains close to -30 degrees Celsius (-22 degrees Fahrenheit). Despite this harsh weather, work is proceeding on the construction…

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February 04, 2026 at 04:21PM

by DailyNK(North Korean Media)