Snowfall in Transbaikalia: rescuers prepared assistance to motorists

Rescuers opened three stationary heating points along the Baikal highway in the Trans-Baikal Territory in case of worsening weather conditions. This was reported in the press service of the regional Department of Emergencies.

Points are located in the villages of Hohotuy, Novopavlovka and Balyag. Their total capacity is 450 people. In addition, rescuers prepared a mobile heating station.

Due to snow and strong wind, the movement of heavy trucks was limited on sections of the highway from the 602nd to the 741st kilometer in Buryatia and Transbaikalia. More than 30 units of special equipment were used to clear federal roads in the region.

From 16 to 18 October in the Trans-Baikal Territory is operational warning due to bad weather. In most areas, snowfall is expected, in places very strong. Drivers are advised to consider weather conditions when planning trips.

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