Snow way! Daredevil skis down Baldwin St
A skier took advantage of rare snowfall in Dunedin, New Zealand, to ski down Baldwin Street, known as the world's steepest street. Local residents observed the stunt, noting the thin snow cover and the daring nature of the act.
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Human-interest stories regarding extreme weather events in urban environments often gain viral traction and highlight local community culture.
A daredevil skier took advantage of Dunedin’s snow day to have a crack at the world’s steepest street. North East Valley resident Noah Schoenleben was having a snowball fight with his friend at the top of Baldwin St on Tuesday morning when he noticed a person walking up while lugging a pair of skis. “Then he went down . . . it was cool, but kind of scary to be honest.
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