Blizzard in Ufa: Snow Covers Yards and Roads
A photo report from the snowstorm in Ufa, where February brought heavy snowfall and strong winds, turning streets into a winter wonderland.
Apr 27, 2026 0
The snowy scenery is beautiful, but it«s better to stay home.
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February swept into Ufa with heavy snowfall and strong winds. While this was once the norm, such large amounts of snow have become unusual in recent years.
It«s time to forge new paths through the deep snow.
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A photographer from UFA1.RU walked through the Bashkir capital during one of the blizzards to capture the scene for posterity. What if global warming finally hits tomorrow and we never see such drifts again?
Visibility is significantly reduced during such blizzard conditions.
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Thermometers this week showed temperatures more typical of early spring. As a result, the fallen snow melted into slush. Every year during such weather, the city slows to a crawl — cars and public transport move slower and more cautiously, while pedestrians navigate the heaps of snow with a penguin-like waddle, occasionally slipping.
The snow beneath feet has turned into a slushy mess.
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After a long walk, feet are typically wet and tired, as one must simultaneously maintain balance and forge paths through the snow.
A resident walks cheerfully through the snow, carrying a full shopping bag.
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Even by car, it becomes difficult to enter and exit courtyards, and snow piles up on the roadside. When the snow is blowing, clearing snow falls not only on janitors but also on everyone with a garage, a house, or a small business.
A pedestrian pushes through the heavy snow covering the path.
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Snow caps are a familiar attribute of any blizzard, not just on parked cars. They also appear on store rooftops, balconies, and building facades.
Snow gusts blow everywhere, making walking difficult.
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Walking in such weather may not be very pleasant, but it does offer the chance to capture some excellent shots.
Staying firmly on one«s feet is crucial in these slippery conditions.
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A snow-covered courtyard in Ufa, buried under fresh snowfall.
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The car wheel needs to be dug out from the snow.
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The volume of snow removal work required is substantial.
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This area could still use some additional snow clearing.
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A snow cap sits comically on top of a person«s hat.
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This spot can be hazardous — watch out for snow or icicles overhead.
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Even the crows are nowhere to be seen in this harsh weather.
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With hands in pockets, a pedestrian ventures out into the storm.
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