Russia declares flood-hit Orenburg region a federal emergency with other regions under threat
Russia declares emergency in flood-hit areas of Orenburg region.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Russia has declared a federal emergency in flood-hit areas of the Orenburg region due to rising water levels in the Ural River. Over 4,000 people, including 885 children, have been evacuated, with 2,000 homes flooded. The damage is estimated at $227 million. The Emergency Situations Minister is overseeing rescue operations in the hardest-hit city of Orsk. A dam broke on Friday causing significant flooding, with 4,500 buildings flooded and ongoing evacuation efforts. A criminal investigation into potential construction violations related to the dam has been launched. The situation has prompted federal assistance and coordination. Additional regions are on alert for potential flooding.
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- Ural River
- Russia
- Orenburg
- Orsk