Record snowfall hits Moscow
Authored By Wion Web Desk
Published: Feb 04, 2018, 21:48 IST | Updated: Feb 04, 2018, 21:48 IST
Freezing rain and heavy snow has killed one person in Moscow and downed over 2,000 trees in Moscow.
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Record snowfall hits Moscow
Almost half a meter of snow covered the Russian capital within 24 hours — the heaviest amount logged since weather records began.
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Record snowfall hits Moscow
A record ammount of snowfall hit the Russian capital on Wednesday, blanketing the city with 43 centimeters (17 inches) of snow within 24 hours.
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Record snowfall hits Moscow
A sheet of freezing rain coupled with thick, heavy snow weighed down the boughs of trees across the city.
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Record snowfall hits Moscow
Clogged streets and tram rails caused major delays for travelers. Officials warned drivers to avoid the roads if at all possible.
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Record snowfall hits Moscow
Not all heeded warnings to stay indoors. Some in Moscow took advantage of the heavy snow to go cross-country skiing and sledding in the city's parks.
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Record snowfall hits Moscow
At least 2,000 trees have collapsed due to the weight of the snow so far.
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