Khabarovsk’s first watch alert as cyclone buries city in snow
Khabarovsk has declared a heightened alert for the first watch after a powerful cyclone brought heavy snowfall on November 17. The severe weather caused major traffic disruptions, leading local authorities to take urgent measures for public safety. The cyclone struck early on November 17, blanketing the city in thick snow and creating gridlock on the roads. In response, Habarovsk Education Authorities announced that parents could keep their children home from school if travel conditions were unsafe. Schools, however, remained open as usual. The alert marks the first watch Khabarovsk has faced such extreme winter conditions from a cyclone. With snow continuing to affect travel, authorities are monitoring the situation closely. Parents have been given flexibility to prioritise safety while keeping schools operational.
