Tula has already been hit by a heavy rainstorm accompanied by large… (ливень · москва · гроза)
Tula has already been hit by a heavy rainstorm accompanied by large hail. Witnesses to the north-west of Kaluga have spotted a tornado funnel forming. Tomorrow and the day after, Moscow and the region are forecasted for strong rains and thunderstorms; however, according to experts, they will pass in a mild mode – local hail and moderate gusts are possible.
Consensus
- Cyclone 'Bernadette' has reached the central region of Russia.
- Strong storms, heavy rain, and gusty winds with gusts up to 25 m/s are affecting parts of Tula and Kaluga regions.
- Storm warnings have been issued in some districts of Tula and Kaluga regions.
- Moscow and surrounding areas are expected to experience strong thunderstorms and heavy rains over the next two days.
- The weather is forecasted to be less severe, with localized hail and moderate gusts.
- The most adverse conditions are expected in the center and west of Moscow region tomorrow, and in the north of the region the day after.
Points of divergence
- Three people were injured by falling trees due to a tornado in Ryazan Oblast on July 9; none of the injured were children. — vesti
- Meteorologists warned that tornadoes might form, though their likelihood is low. — tg_bazabazon
Coverage (2 sources)
- Baza: Heavy rains are approaching Moscow — Вести
- Powerful rainstorms approaching Moscow – Tuln already hit by heavy hail, tornado funnel spotted northwest of Kaluga — Baza