Heartbreaking moment camels carry bricks in ‘world’s hottest workplace’ with temperatures reaching FIFTY degrees

THIS is the heartbreaking moment camels are forced to work relentlessly in the most extreme conditions in what has been dubbed “the world’s hottest workplace”. The harrowing footage shows working camels transporting large stacks of bricks by cart at local brick kilns in the Rajasthan state of northern India. SWNSCamels work in extreme conditions in what has been dubbed “the world’s hottest workplace”[/caption] SWNSCamels haul loads weighing two tonnes, with each cart filled with 800 or 900 individual bricks[/caption] SWNSWithout shade, camels and local workers – including families who help make the bricks – work up to nine hours a day[/caption] While the sturdy animals play a key role in transporting local materials, they work in punishing conditions in this hard and dusty environment, where temperatures can often reach 50 degrees Celsius. Without shade, camels and local workers – including families who help make the bricks – work up to nine hours a day, according to global animal charity SPANA (the Society for the Protection of Animals Abroad). Camels haul loads weighing two tonnes, with each cart filled with 800 or 900 individual bricks, the charity warned. In the hotter days, they are made to work through the night, from 2am to 11am. READ MORE IN WORLD NEWS NO WAY OUT Russia 'in trouble' as Putin's army pushed back 25 miles in one day in Kherson BLOOD ON THEIR HANDS Iran cops kill two more girls, 16 & 17, leaving one with crushed skull In these intolerable conditions, the hoofed mammals are under constant threat of injury and illness, with wounds and lameness among common problems. Additionally, the blistery conditions mean that the animals often also suffer from respiratory conditions, colic and skin diseases such as mange. Speaking ahead of World Animal Day on Tuesday, Linda Edwards, SPANA’s chief executive, said: “Working animals like the camels working in the brick kilns of Rajasthan perform vital roles in the world’s most impoverished communities. “However, they are often completely over-looked and many people are unaware about the extreme conditions they face. Most read in News DEVIL DOG HORROR Woman in her 60s mauled to death by out of control dogs inside house HITTING BACK 5 devastating ways West could strike Putin if Russia uses nuke in Ukraine WET AND WILD 'Danger to life' weather warnings with heavy rain and fierce winds IN THE DOCK Family of murdered Olivia, 9-year-old, come face-to-face with 'killer' in court DEEP STRIKE Putin 'deploys huge submarine which can be armed with nuclear apocalypse drone’ TRUSS 'U-TURN' Truss prepares to ditch scrapping 45p tax rate in climbdown after backlash “Sadly, many working animals endure exceptionally harsh conditions, often carrying excessive loads in sweltering heat across tough terrain. “Their welfare is often very poor – they lack access to water, shelter and veterinary care.” SPANA, which improves the welfare of working animals in low-income countries, including providing essential veterinary care, has treated more than 9,300 suffering camels at brick kilns in India through its mobile clinics in the last year. Aside from veterinary care, camel owners are also offered training and advice to care properly for their animals. This support, which includes educating owners about adequate nutrition and the use of safe and comfortable equipment for their animals, helps to avoid preventable issues for the camels, the charity said. Worldwide, more than 200 million working animals – horses, donkeys, camels, mules and elephants – make it possible for poverty-stricken families to earn a small income and survive. These animals do the jobs of trucks, tractors and taxis – and transport goods, food, water and firewood – effectively supporting the livelihoods of more than half a billion people, SPANA said. Whether on the brick kilns in India, the rubbish dumps of Mali‘s capital Bamako, or on the inaccessible terrain of Morocco‘s Atlas Mountains, working animals endure unimaginably hard conditions. CEO Edwards added: “We are committed to improving the lives of working animals in low-income countries around the world and the need for our work is greater than ever. “So many working animals are in desperate need of help, but with your support we can ensure that animals receive the recognition, respect and vital care they need.” In 2021, SPANA provided critical veterinary treatment and vaccinations to more than 291,000 sick and injured animals in 28 countries, along with lifesaving feed and water for animals in crisis situations. SWNSCamel owners are given training and advice to avoid preventable problems[/caption] SWNSWorking donkeys haul heavy carts up steep slopes of rotting waste, at risk from metal and sharp objects underfoot in Bamako, Mali[/caption] SWNSMules support local communities by carrying food, water and other basic necessities across rocky, inaccessible terrain in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco[/caption]