In the Khasansky district of Primorye, an intense spell of rainfall led to power interruptions in multiple communities, with 15 settlements experiencing partial or total outages. The situation was reported by Far East Distribution Networks, which monitors electrical infrastructure across the region. Local power engineers and emergency teams are coordinating to restore service while assessing access challenges created by the weather.
The utility company described the weather as the main driver of the outages, noting that the southern part of Primorsky Krai faced the brunt of the disruption. Access to several villages within the Khasansky district remains limited for repair crews, hindering immediate restoration efforts. Crews on the ground are working under difficult conditions, prioritizing damage assessment, securing critical facilities, and preparing routes for rapid repair once conditions permit.
To mitigate the impact on residents, energy workers plan to deploy diesel generator sets to energize affected settlements that cannot be reconnected quickly. The temporary power supply will help maintain essential services and provide relief to households coping with the outages until full restoration is achieved. Officials emphasize that these measures are a stopgap while more robust repairs are staged as weather allows access for crews and equipment.
The disturbances extended beyond Primorye, with reports indicating that the Nadezhdinsky district also experienced power interruptions tied to the same weather system. Local authorities are coordinating with regional energy managers to monitor the evolving conditions and guide restoration priorities across the wider district area.
Forecasts previously issued suggested that heavy rains could persist in Primorsky Krai from late August into the month’s end, with rainfall totals expected to range from twenty to one hundred forty millimeters in some locations. The Hydrometeorological Center of the Russian Federation has noted the possibility that the regional monthly rainfall average could be surpassed in places, underscoring the need for preparedness and ongoing weather monitoring. Regional officials are advising residents to stay informed via official channels and to minimize nonessential travel during periods of heavy precipitation and potential flooding.
Earlier, a social media post surfaced describing a courageous cleaning worker who earned the nickname the savior of cities during flood conditions in Tuapse. The image and accompanying reports circulated broadly, illustrating how communities rally to respond to natural hazards even as authorities coordinate formal relief and recovery efforts.