Beating the cold

Desperate Korean Families Move Into Tents Inside Their Homes To Beat The Cold

Business Insider,

16 January, 2013

South Korea is currently facing its worst cold spell in years, and it has triggered a power crisis across the country.

This has led to massive blackouts and surging energy costs.

Unfortunately, not everyone in Korea can afford to keep themselves warm, reports NHK World.

According to a new report from NHK, some families are now moving into tents within their homes to save on heating costs.

NHK visited the family of Mrs. Kyeung-Soon Lee.

Click here to see the Lee family's setup >