In Photos: Moscow Slammed By Fierce Summer Rainstorm
Torrential rains pounded Moscow on Monday following a once-in-a-lifetime heatwave that saw temperatures soar into the mid-30s Celsius.
The rains flooded streets and metro stations — while wind tore away parts of some buildings.
Here's a closer look at the extraordinary weather event that brought about a much-anticipated drop in temperatures:
The rains flooded streets and metro stations — while wind tore away parts of some buildings.
Here's a closer look at the extraordinary weather event that brought about a much-anticipated drop in temperatures:
Dark clouds loomed over the city after several days of sunshine.
Sergei Savostyanov / TASS
Streets and Metro stations across the city flooded from the sudden downpour, slowing traffic and public transportation.
Andrei Nikerichev / Moskva News Agency
High-speed winds damaged buildings, shattered windows and blew over trees.
Moskva News Agency
Some of the damaged trees and structures fell onto nearby cars and blocked streets.
Moskva News Agency
The forceful winds even pushed some roofs off their foundations.
Moskva News Agency
Thankfully, no injuries have been reported as a result of the storm (?)
Moskva News Agency
In true Russian fashion, repairs and cleanup were underway before the day had ended.
Moskva News Agency
Underpasses also flooded, blocking street and Metro access.
Moskva News Agency
Despite the torrential rain, many Muscovites were pleased with the change in weather, as the previous week having been scorched by a record heatwave.
Denis Grishkin / Moskva News Agency
Summer storms are not uncommon in Russia, but are rarely so destructive.
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