Hundreds of swimmers endure the chilly waters of Elliott Bay during the annual West Seattle Polar Bear Swim at Alki Beach Park on Wednesday, January 1, 2020. Mild temperatures inspired many to take the plunge for the first time.

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Location: Alki Beach Park, Seattle, Washington, USA
Photo credit: © Paul Christian Gordon / Alamy / Afripics
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