Moscow railway workers switch to an improved mode of work due to snowfall promised by weather forecasters, reports DEA News With reference to the press service of Russian Railways.
According to Russian Railways, about 1,500 railway workers and 77 units of special equipment will clear snow from the railway infrastructure day and night according to a special schedule. The press service said that additional forces will be engaged if necessary.
The ministry stressed that snow removal works will not hinder the movement of trains. In order to coordinate these efforts, an operational headquarters will be established where information on the weather will be received.
Previously at the Ministry of Emergencies warnedHeavy snow is expected in Moscow on the night of December 14.
In addition, the hydrometeorology center announced About the “yellow” level of air hazard due to icing and heavy snowdrifts on the roads in the Moscow region. The warning will be valid until 12:00 on December 15.