Moscow is being hit by a torrential rainstorm and strong winds… (москва · ветер · ливень)
Moscow is being hit by a torrential rainstorm and strong winds; eyewitness footage is spreading on social media. Megacyclone 'Gaidar' has finally reached Moscow — the capital is sinking, cars are floating, residents are fleeing from thunderstorms, hail, and heavy rain.
Consensus
- Moscow experienced intense rainfall and strong winds on a Saturday afternoon.
- Hail was reported in some areas of Moscow.
- The storm caused damage to buildings, including a roof being torn off at the 'Vinzavod' art space.
- Fallen trees were reported in the city.
- Weather conditions were expected to continue through the weekend.
Points of divergence
- The wind tore off a roof at the 'Vinzavod' art space, and metal debris fell to the ground. — riamo
- There were unconfirmed reports of people injured by lightning strikes. — tg_varlamov_news
- The storm was referred to as a 'megacyclone' named 'Gaidar,' with forecasts predicting up to 80% of total rainfall occurring by evening, and residents were advised to stay indoors until Sunday afternoon. — tg_mash
Coverage (4 sources)
- Apocalypse has begun: powerful hailstorm covered Moscow — РИАМО
- Rain and strong wind hit Moscow; witness footage spreads on social media — Varlamov News
- Terrifying wind in Moscow knocks people off their feet and flips umbrellas — Первый Московский
- Megacyclone 'Gaidar' finally reaches Moscow - capital sinking, cars floating, residents fleeing thunder, hail and rain. — Mash