The main airport in Chukotka was closed until next week due to heavy snowstorms. DEA News referring to the industrial policy department of the region.
“Due to the weather conditions, Yu.S. Rytkheu is closed until weather conditions improve. Weather conditions are expected to improve next week.
Winds of 18-23 meters per second, winds of up to 28-33 meters per second, snowstorms and snowfall are predicted in Anadyr.
Formerly the regional head office of the Ministry of Emergencies of Russia for the Chukotka Autonomous Okrug warned About the onset of a storm with strong winds of up to 38 m/s.
The district’s emergency services also noted that parents should watch their children walking down the street and not leave them unattended at home during a storm – keep a safe distance from dilapidated structures and also avoid going outside of residential areas. .