Stories from Novosibirsk · Russia

Strong winds have damaged roofs and disrupted electricity supply across 117 settlements in the Novosibirsk region. Approximately 6,000 residents are currently without power following the weather event. Emergency crews from regional electric networks and gas services are conducting repairs, primarily in the Kupinsky district. The regional government press service confirmed the ongoing restoration efforts.

The West Siberian Administration for Hydrometeorology and Environmental Monitoring issued storm warnings for four regions due to rising temperatures. The Novosibirsk, Tomsk, and Kemerovo regions, along with the Altai Krai, face worsening flood conditions. Rapidly rising river levels are expected to threaten several settlements with flooding. Authorities are monitoring the situation as warming trends continue. Rapid rises in river levels are expected, creating a threat of flooding for several settlements. The warnings follow forecasts of environmental changes in the area.