In Vladivostok introduced high alert due to rain and flooding

Utilities in Vladivostok operate on high alert. Experts eliminate the consequences of the last night’s downpour, which led to flooding of streets in different areas. City officials are also preparing for worse weather in the evening.

“More than 200 workers and 100 units of special equipment are cleaning the soil and clearing showers in different areas of the city,” the mayor’s office said.

Local media reported that some streets, as well as courtyards in residential areas were flooded. The city prosecutor's office said it was monitoring the weather and was ready to take action.

High alert is in effect in the city until the evening of October 1. Today in Vladivostok is also expected to rain with a thunderstorm and gusty wind. According to forecasts of weather forecasters, up to 15-30 mm of precipitation will fall.