Moscow city services continue to operate increasingly due to snowfall. This is stated in telegram channel Urban services of the capital.
“Due to unfavorable forecasts, all city services continue to operate in an enhanced mode; emergency rescue teams from engineering companies and district governorships are on duty around the clock,” said Deputy Mayor Pyotr Biryukov.
It was noted that, starting from 12:00, municipal equipment was constantly sweeping and de-icing roads and pedestrian areas.
The operating cycle will repeat as rainfall decreases. Currently, maximum crew and equipment are participating in the cleanup efforts.
Tractor duty was organized to assist truck drivers. Work on cleaning the roofs of the buildings from snow and ice will begin on Monday, December 4.
Scientific Director of the Russian Hydrometeorological Center Roman Vilfand statedIt was stated that heavy snowfall in Moscow will continue until Monday morning, December 4, and the heaviest rainfall will fall in the capital before midnight.
Muscovites at the Hydrometeorological Center It has been recommended Do not drive due to bad weather conditions.
Previously in the capital’s Ministry of Emergencies announced December 3 storm warning.