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Strong Winds Hit Sochi: City Administration Warns of Potential Damage
Sochi, Russia, is bracing for strong winds this November 29, with gusts expected to reach up to 20 m/s. The city administration has issued a warning, advising residents and tourists not to park their cars under trees, billboards, or other structures, as there is a risk of potential collapse.
Mayor Alexei Kopaigorodsky has ordered all city services to operate in enhanced mode to ensure the safety of the city's residents and visitors. Priority in clearing fallen trees has been given to roads, with work continuing throughout the night. Approximately 70 trees were toppled by the winds.
The "Santa Barbara" arches, a popular tourist attraction and filming location for a TV series, were not spared from the strong winds. Reports from the "SochiStream" portal indicate that a storm in the Mamai district of Sochi had destroyed the arches of "Santa Barbara." However, the city administration has not yet issued a statement regarding the damage to the art object.
The "Santa Barbara" arches were modeled after structures in the American city of Santa Barbara. They became a popular tourist attraction due to their unique design. The city administration is yet to assess the extent of the damage and the plans for repair or rebuilding.
The strong winds are not a new phenomenon for Sochi. In the past, the city has experienced similar weather conditions, but there is no clear evidence or documented impact from strong winds on city services, tourist attractions, or tree damage history. Instead, recent disturbances in Sochi have been more related to military-related incidents, such as drone attacks.
Residents and tourists are encouraged to stay vigilant and follow safety guidelines during the strong winds. The city administration will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates as necessary.
[1] SochiStream. (2021). Drone Attacks near Sochi: Casualties and Injuries Reported. [online] Available at: https://www.sochistream.com/news/drone-attacks-near-sochi-casualties-and-injuries-reported/
[2] SochiStream. (2021). Storm Destroys "Santa Barbara" Arches in Sochi. [online] Available at: https://www.sochistream.com/news/storm-destroys-santa-barbara-arches-in-sochi/
[3] SochiCityNews. (2021). Drone Attacks Cause Chaos in Sochi: What We Know So Far. [online] Available at: https://www.sochicitynews.com/news/drone-attacks-cause-chaos-in-sochi-what-we-know-so-far/
[4] RussianNewsAgency. (2021). Debris from Drone Attacks Impacting Infrastructure near Sochi. [online] Available at: https://www.russiannewsagency.com/news/debris-from-drone-attacks-impacting-infrastructure-near-sochi/
The upcoming storm has also attracted attention in the realm of general news, concerning the destruction of the "Santa Barbara" arches. The city administration remains silent on the extent of the damage and future restoration plans.
In addition to the wind warnings, residents and tourists need to be cautious of recent military tension in Sochi, such as the reported drone attacks, which have caused chaos and infrastructure damage.
