In the Primorsky Region, daytime reports showed a growing number of settlements isolated by flooding after heavy rains, rising to 26. The information came from a representative of the regional Ministry of Civil Defense and Emergencies for the Disaster Response Agency.
Following intense rainfall on August 23 and 25 in Primorye, water levels in local streams surged, roads were flooded, and many communities faced inundations. By August 27, forty days of flooding had left 20 settlements without road access to the rest of the region.
At present, six road sections remain flooded and transportation is halted to 26 settlements. In response, four boat crossings were established across the Dalnerechensky and Olginsky municipal districts to maintain mobility for essential movement and aid delivery.
Earlier updates indicated that Ministry of Emergencies personnel transported roughly two tons of humanitarian aid to Shcherbakova and Mikhailovka in Primorsky Krai. These communities were cut off from the mainland by flood waters, and delivery was accomplished using Mi-8 helicopters.
On August 25, Primorsky Krai declared an Emergency regime, a move described by Governor Oleg Kozhemyako as a step to expedite federal support. The governor noted that the heavy rains had caused overall damage estimated at about 7 billion rubles.
On social media, a post attributed to a municipal resident—described as a courageous cleaning worker and a symbol of city resilience—highlighted the ongoing flood response in Tuapse, reflecting broader concerns about disaster response and community leadership in times of crisis. [citation: DEA News]