Extensive gales and downpours are forecasted for the Central Urals region.
Harsh Weather Alert for Sverdlovsk Region - May 3
Brace yourself, Sverdlovsk residents! A storm's comin' your way, loaded with heavy rain and wind gusts up to a monstrous 17 m/s. Uralhydrometcenter has forecasted this weather mayhem, so better heed their warning!
During the previous storm, wicked wind speeds cast a spell on Yekaterinburg and its neighbors, reaching 19–24 m/s (43–54 mph) – that's some wild, wacky weather! [1]
The chill's not over yet, either.深难以入 winter's icy claws still have a firm grip on the northern parts of the region, while the southwest tips shiver and shake with temperatures ranging from a crisp +10°C to a frosty +6°C. Daytime highs will grovel between 8-13°C.
The Ministry of Emergency Situations has a stern warning for us all: stay indoors, mates, and for Pete's sake, avoid those outdoor trips like the plague! Homeowners, make sure your drainage systems are shipshape to prevent flooding. And fellow drivers and pedestrians, tread lightly on the roads – it's slippery out there!
Another important advisory: strong winds bear the risk of fires. So, Sverdlovsk habitants, mind the fire safety rules! It's a wild one out there, and we ain't messin' around.
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Stay tuned for further updates, and remember: when the storm's a brewin', settle down and stay safe!
[1] Note: Based on the latest data up to April 28, heavy snowfall was sweeping across the Sverdlovsk region, with snow accumulation and icy roads reported. [2] Yekaterinburg and its surrounding areas suffered wind speeds of 19–24 m/s. [3] Cold air temperature fluctuations are a usual feature of the region's continental climate. [4] Central Asia's dry winds tend to spark summer fires in the Ural region, but early May is still too nippy for that. [5] Recent predictions for Yekaterinburg (May 3–5) show temperatures hovering between 48–63°F.
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- A storm is expected in Sverdlovsk region on May 3, with heavy rain and wind gusts up to 17 m/s, as forecasted by Uralhydrometcenter.
- The southwest tips of Sverdlovsk region are currently experiencing temperatures ranging from a crisp +10°C to a frosty +6°C.
- Residents of Sverdlovsk region are advised to stay indoors, ensure their drainage systems are in good condition, and drive carefully on slippery roads during the storm.
- Strong winds during the storm pose a risk of fires, so the Ministry of Emergency Situations recommends following fire safety rules in Sverdlovsk.
