How To Survive the Most Dangerous Routes to School

Ice roads that can melt, vertical wooden steps up mountains and overflowing rivers. Nope, this is not some Ironman triathlon. This is what some kids go through to get to school. And you thought you had a bad day because you missed the bus. If you’re one of the lucky ones, your future alma mater might be a few blocks down the road, or you can catch a bus to get there. Unfortunately, children in some remote areas of the globe have to risk their lives to get an education. We’re about to show you the most extreme routes, filled with obstacles and bad weather, that some kids endure every single school day. Why is this village considered to be an impenetrable fortress? Why would you need a tube to attend this school? How could a branch save your life? 00:00 Surviving the Most Dangerous Routes to School 01:15 #4 Rizal, Philippines 02:10 #3 Rio Negro, Colombia 03:08 #2 Zhang Jiawan Village, Southern China 03:55 #1 Zanskar, Himalayas Questions or concerns? Contact us at Produced by the makers of What If. Check out our other channels: What If - Aperture: Crazy Creatures: Your Body On: Origins of Food: Versus: WTF Did I Just Watch: Whether it’s an earthquake, mudslide or shark attack, survive whatever awaits you. How To Survive shows how to endure life-threatening moments with science and survivor stories. Note: This video is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have seen on this channel. If you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor, the ambulance or the police immediately. Underknown does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned in this video. Reliance on any information provided by Underknown is solely at your own risk. An Underknown show: Contact us at #howtosurvive #dangerousroutes #schoolroute