A resident from Primorsky Krai reported that heavy rains caused a dam to fail, flooding a family home in Ussuriysk overnight. Irina described how the water rose quickly, reaching waist level, and continued to push inland as the night wore on. She said her parents were evacuated to a local detention center where they received meals and shelter, then moved to a boarding facility with sleeping arrangements and group meals.
On the morning after the breach, authorities confirmed that the region faced rising flood risks. The incident followed nearly a month of persistent rainfall, which totaled about 117 millimeters in the area. Yevgeny Korzh, the head of the Ussuri urban district, stated that there was no immediate danger to residents because evacuations had been planned in advance. A state of emergency was declared to coordinate the response and relief activities.
Official updates from the Main Directorate of the Regional Ministry of Emergencies indicated that the flooding affected roads in 31 settlements across Primorye. In addition to flooded homes, 534 residences and 40 road sections were impacted. Emergency teams worked to assess damage and maintain transport links while helping residents access safe locations and basic necessities.
The Ussuriysk prosecutor’s office and local administration are reviewing the concerns raised by residents about the emergency operations and the Unified Dispatch Service. Community hotlines were activated to gather information and coordinate assistance for those displaced or affected by the floodwaters.
Another recent weather event in the region saw reservoirs at risk due to adverse conditions in a neighboring city, illustrating how heavy rainfall and drainage challenges can threaten communities in similar climates. Local officials emphasized preparedness and rapid response to protect lives and property, with evacuation plans and temporary housing in place to support affected families.