Massive damage after worst floods in history hit Irkutsk region of Siberia, Russia
Posted by Vicky Parmar on June 30, 2019 at 17:29 UTC (29 minutes ago)
Categories: Featured articles, Floods, Severe storms
A State of emergency has been declared in Irkutsk region of Siberia, Russia, after widespread floods hit the region on June 29, 2019. At least 5 people have been killed and 2 remain missing in floods described by officials as the worst Irkutsk has ever seen. Authorities warn the worst is yet to come.
According to official reports, the region’s main waterway – Angara River, and Lake Baikal – world’s deepest lake, had burst their banks after heavy rains hit the region.
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