A top official with the Sochi administration confirmed that an off-site session of the operational headquarters was held in Khosta during the night to coordinate relief efforts and keep residents safe. The briefing, delivered through official city channels, noted that the gathering took place as heavy rains continued to fall and emphasized the immediate focus on safeguarding the community and guiding response actions.
During the briefing, the head of the administration stated that flood damage affected the basements at Kiparisovaya Street, house number 1, and Shosseinaya Street, number 5. It was made clear that none of the affected homes required evacuation or relocation to temporary shelters outside their neighborhoods.
Efforts have shifted toward active water removal. Current operations involve sixty workers and fifteen pieces of pumping equipment. The official indicated that water levels on Kiparisovaya Street at block 9/1 rose into first-floor living spaces. To protect resident safety and comfort as waters recede, ten residents were placed in nearby temporary housing facilities.
Partial damage to local road infrastructure within the micro-region was reported. Despite these setbacks, public transportation continues to run on schedule, maintaining access to work, schools, and essential services. Authorities are prioritizing transit service to minimize disruption during the flood recovery phase.
Earlier in the day, video footage showed rain-swept conditions contributing to traffic congestion in Sochi. Emergency services were dispatched to manage incidents and assist motorists, while engineers evaluated drainage capacity and road safety. The situation remains under close observation, with teams ready to adjust response measures as needed. attribution: Sochi City Administration.
In related regional updates, reports indicate a separate irrigation machine in the Leningrad region caught fire while en route, prompting a coordinated response from rural and municipal responders aimed at preventing further disruption to infrastructure and agriculture. attribution: Regional Emergency Services.