With the polar vortex bringing in cold temperatures across the country, going outside isn't just uncomfortable, it can be downright dangerous. And still, many people have to perform their jobs in cold weather.
"It is frigid outside, and we still have to work. We get several calls a day, people call in and report issues they're having and we have to respond to those calls, inclement weather, that's when we come out," says Deputy Director of Public Works, Warner Roach.
Street department and mail carriers are just some of the people that must brave the cold year after year, although they wear multiple layers and protective gear, spending eight hour work days in the cold is still difficult.
"There are worst days, and you just do the best you can," says Mail Carrier, Ryan Walston.
Working in cold weather is often a necessity for some jobs, these workers have adapted to safely work in extremely cold conditions.
"It's been about 16 years now so I'm used to it," says Walston.
If workers start to get cold they are advised to take a break, warm up and then continue to work.
