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Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Polar Night

 

(Photo by Bob Johnston)
“Darkest before dawn” is a metaphor to most, but in northern Alaska it’s a long-term reality.

In Utqiagvik (formerly Barrow), the sun recently rose for the first time in months.  Known as “polar night,” this darkest time of the year is not as glum as it sounds.  In fact, it can be downright inspiring.

The town’s approximately 5,000 residents bond together to make it through.  They prep with vitamins, sun lamps, and the knowledge that Light is somehow always with them.

Resources

https://news.yahoo.com/weeks-darkness-sun-rises-americas-160158694.html

Copyright January 25, 2022 by Linda Van Slyke   All Rights Reserved

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