Moscow Drivers Warned of Strong Winds
City drivers were urged to avoid sudden maneuvers due to strong winds.
Consensus
- Moscow drivers were advised to avoid sudden maneuvers and braking due to strong winds.
- Drivers were recommended to reduce speed and increase following distance.
- Special caution was advised on bridges and overpasses where wind effects are stronger.
- Parking near trees and unstable structures was discouraged.
- The strong winds were expected to weaken by 16:00–17:00 on Friday, 14 August.
- The wind speed reached 12–17 meters per second, corresponding to a force 8 storm on the Beaufort scale.
- The weather condition was described as hazardous, with risks of broken branches and falling objects.
Points of divergence
- The wind is expected to be the last cold day of the week, with warmth returning over the weekend and rain ending. — vm
- The wind is expected to weaken after 16:00–17:00 on Friday, 14 August, according to the meteorologist from 'Fobos'. — ntv
Coverage (2 sources)
- Capital drivers urged to avoid sharp maneuvers due to strong wind — Вечерняя Москва
- Capital drivers urged to be careful due to strong wind — НТВ Москва