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New Yorkers Brave Frigid Temperatures Amid Frostbite Warnings

1/21/2026

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In New York City on January 20, 2026, vendors, dog walkers, and pedicab drivers braved frigid temperatures.
Duane Jackson, a street vendor, noted the harsh conditions.
Diony Rodriguez, a pedicab driver, and Lefteris Amasiadis, at his family’s food cart, described their need to work despite the cold.
The Office for Emergency Management warned of frostbite risks as temperatures were expected to remain low throughout the week.

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Story summary

In New York City on January 20, 2026, vendors, dog walkers, and pedicab drivers braved frigid temperatures.
Duane Jackson, a street vendor, noted the harsh conditions.
Diony Rodriguez, a pedicab driver, and Lefteris Amasiadis, at his family’s food cart, described their need to work despite the cold.
The Office for Emergency Management warned of frostbite risks as temperatures were expected to remain low throughout the week.