China's Deep Freeze

China Photos / Getty Images

A Chilly Swim
A winter swimmer towels off beside a stranded ship on the banks of the Yangtze River in Hubei province. As the Yangtze froze, its height fell to its lowest seasonal level since records began in 1866, affecting shipping, fisheries and water supply.

Get the Latest Photos from Time.com
Get TIME photos and pictures of the week delivered directly to your inbox.