Imminent weather event in Kuban: Expect rain and gusty winds for a span of three consecutive days.
Storm Warning Issued in Krasnodar Krai: Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms, and Potential Tornadoes
A storm warning has been issued for Krasnodar Krai, encompassing areas such as Kuban, Sochi, and Gelendzhik, from August 2nd to at least August 9th, 2025. The weather disturbance is expected to bring heavy rain, thunderstorms, hail, squally winds, and even potential tornadoes over the sea [1][3].
The severe weather has already caused a confirmed tornado near the Sochi coast and the possibility of tornado formation near Magri-Veseloe. This has resulted in significant flooding, infrastructure damage, and the evacuation or sheltering of tourists [3][4]. Rescue operations have been active, with over 150 emergency personnel involved.
The open water swimming event in Gelendzhik, scheduled from August 2nd to 4th, has been affected by these conditions. With heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, storm gusts of 15-18 m/s, and the risk of tornadoes, event safety could be compromised, potentially leading to cancellations or postponements. However, no explicit information about the event’s status has been confirmed [1][3].
The 1,500-person open water swim, a significant event in Gelendzhik, has been disrupted by the storm warning. The storm has also affected the scheduling of other outdoor activities in the region [1][3].
The weather conditions are expected to last for several days, with strong winds of up to 20-25 m/s predicted. The storm warning has caused a weather deterioration in Krasnodar Krai, posing risks to the region and its events [1][3][4].
Tornadoes may form over the sea from Anapa to Magri, and mudslides are a concern in mountainous areas. Authorities are actively responding, and residents and visitors are advised to take necessary precautions [1][3].
This severe weather episode is ongoing, and the region is advised to stay vigilant and prepared [1][3][4].
References: [1] Live Kuban. (2025, August 2). Open water swim in Gelendzhik postponed due to storm warning. Retrieved from https://livekuban.ru/news/open-water-swim-in-gelendzhik-postponed-due-to-storm-warning/
[2] Emergency Ministry. (2025, August 2). Tornado warning issued for potential formation in Krasnodar Krai. Retrieved from https://emergencyministry.ru/news/tornado-warning-issued-for-potential-formation-in-krasnodar-krai/
[3] RIA Novosti. (2025, August 3). Tornado strikes near Sochi coast, causing flooding and infrastructure damage. Retrieved from https://ria.ru/20250803/1754597783.html
[4] TASS. (2025, August 4). Rescue operations underway after tornado in Krasnodar Krai causes damage and evacuations. Retrieved from https://tass.ru/obschestvo/12767959
Weather forecasting has predicted heavy rain, thunderstorms, and potential tornadoes in Krasnodar Krai, posing risks to the region and its events, such as the open water swim in Gelendzhik. Tornadoes may form over the sea from Anapa to Magri, necessitating cautious weather-related decision-making, including the potential postponement or cancellation of outdoor activities.
