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The Kerch Strait ferry service faced a halt due to dangerous weather conditions and strong gusts. Authorities from the regional humanitarian and emergency services in Crimea confirmed the suspension, noting that winds were particularly high and unreliable for safe crossings. The Kerch Port administration subsequently stated that the ferry operation has been temporarily paused as a result of deteriorating weather, with wind speeds reaching up to 22 meters per second. This level of wind creates unsafe conditions for vessels entering and leaving the port, and officials are closely monitoring the situation before resuming service. (RIA Novosti)

Travel restrictions along the Kerch ferry route have been in place since October 27 in the Krasnodar Territory. Freight traffic moving through the corridor is limited, with priority access granted only to trucks carrying essential groceries and other critical supplies destined for the Crimea. The aim is to ensure that necessary goods reach markets and strategic stores without additional risk while weather and traffic conditions are being assessed. (RIA Novosti)

In the early hours of October 8, authorities reported a serious incident on the Crimean bridge. The National Counter-Terrorism Committee confirmed that a truck explosion occurred on the bridge, triggering a fire that spread to seven fuel tanks of a neighboring railway carriage. The blast damaged two sections of the bridge’s automobile span and, according to initial information, resulted in multiple fatalities. Investigators are reviewing the scene and collecting evidence to determine the cause and to prevent a recurrence. (RIA Novosti)

Earlier reports indicated that a collision between three vehicles on the Crimean bridge led to fatalities as well. Emergency services and investigative teams continue to work at the site to understand the sequence of events and to secure the area for ongoing repair work and safety assessments. (RIA Novosti)