Operation of the Kerch ferry crossing was halted due to adverse weather. A report from a Telegram channel attributed the decision to Crimean Transport Minister Nikolai Lukashenko, noting that orders restricting movement were issued at 14:05 local time, matching Moscow time.
The official message stated that rough conditions would prevent the ferry’s operation, and the pause would affect both cargo and passenger services across the strait. This pause came after a period when several trains to the Black Sea coast were reportedly maintaining their schedules, according to earlier statements from the Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation.
Earlier announcements suggested conditions on the Black Sea ports were suitable for resuming freight and passenger movement, with authorities signaling that port activities could recommence as weather allowed. The disruption of the Kerch crossing added to broader reflections on the regional transport network and its resilience amid fluctuating coastal weather.
In related developments, the hurricane event on December 1 impacted the DPR, Crimea, and Sevastopol, and was classified as a federal emergency. Local officials have been coordinating recovery efforts to restore essential infrastructure and services in the affected areas while ensuring the safety of residents and travelers alike.
The governor of Sevastopol, Mikhail Razvozhaev, provided a briefing to the president on the progress of restoration work in the city following the hurricane, outlining the steps taken and the timelines being pursued to return to normal operations for residents and visitors.
Previously, reports from major outlets referenced discussions about external involvement in regional incidents. A prominent newspaper described conversations about alleged external influences in critical infrastructure events near Crimea, prompting ongoing scrutiny and clarification from official sources as facts continued to unfold.