In the Kuban resorts, weather conditions have taken a turn for the worse as heavy rains pounded the Tuapse region during the night of July 12, with rainfall exceeding 140 millimeters in a short period. This figure was reported by the district governor through the regional telegraph channel. The official update highlights the scale of the downpour and the immediate impact on local infrastructure and safety.
The district leadership reviewed the situation amid the threat of mudflows and intensive rainfall across Krasnodar Territory. Emergency planners described the night as exceptionally intense, noting that Tuapse experienced a three hour rainfall total reaching about 144 millimeters. The deluge overflowed streets in several villages, complicating transportation and daily life for residents.
In response, emergency services acted promptly to safeguard residents and visitors. Evacuations were carried out for groups of tourists and locals with limited mobility from forest tent camps. These vulnerable individuals were relocated to four temporary shelters equipped to provide shelter, meals, and medical monitoring as needed. The aim was to minimize exposure to further rainfall and potential hazards associated with saturated soils and rising streams.
Attention was also drawn to the area near the village of Novomikhailovsky, adjacent to a major highway, where a mudflow had descended. Local authorities continued to monitor the river levels and soil stability, issuing advisories as conditions evolved and readiness measures were adjusted to reflect new observations.
As conditions began to improve, Kondratiev noted that rainfall had ceased for the region and that water levels in the nearby rivers were receding. The stabilization provided some relief to residents and responders who had faced disrupted traffic, damaged paths, and the risk of further flooding.
In the broader regional context, earlier reports cited flooding and power outages in the capital of Abkhazia, underscoring how widespread weather-related disruptions can be during this season. Crews and utility teams were working to restore essential services and clear blocked routes to ensure reliable access to emergency services and supplies.
Separately, a separate incident in Krasnoyarsk involved two men who were rescued after using an inflatable pool as a temporary flotation aid. The event was reported by local authorities as part of the day’s broader weather-related safety updates, illustrating how unusual and rapid shifts in weather can create unexpected rescue needs in cities far from the coastal zones.