Roman Vilfand, Scientific Director of the Russian Hydrometeorology Center, said that a storm warning was issued in Moscow due to freezing rain. His words guide the way RIA News.
It was stated that a storm warning was issued by the General Directorate of Hydrometeorology.
According to him, there is a pronounced convergence of air masses with different properties and different temperature conditions in the Moscow region. He noted that the temperature at different altitudes in Moscow is very heterogeneous.
Previously at the Ministry of Emergencies of the Russian Federation reportedFreezing rain and icing are expected in Moscow from the evening of February 25 to the morning of February 26. This weather event will begin around 18:00 on Sunday, February 25th and will continue until 09:00 on Monday, February 26th. The Ministry advised drivers to reduce their speed and increase their distance from the vehicles in front while driving. Capital Ministry of Transport Recommended Muscovites should switch to public transport.
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