Novosibirsk Shopping Center Collapse: One Dead, Two Injured

In Novosibirsk Oblast, events occur daily that become news. Some spark widespread public interest, while others go unnoticed. This digest compiles five news stories that captured the attention of NGS readers on January 21.

In Novosibirsk, a Two-Story Shopping Center Collapsed — Chronicle of the Emergency

At Naumova Street, 26, a shopping center collapsed. Medics and rescuers worked at the scene.

All details of the incident were collected in an online broadcast.

«Ideally, It Should Be Closed Altogether.» Debate Erupts Around the Fourth Bridge — Drivers Consistently Exceed Speed Limits

The opening of traffic on the fourth bridge at the end of 2025 turned into another problem for Novosibirsk. The bridge caused traffic jams, forcing emergency changes to traffic logistics.

In early 2026, the focus shifted to safety and operational issues: drivers are concerned about speed limits, lack of control by the traffic police, and the overall readiness of the facility to handle traffic.

Moment of Shopping Center Collapse in Novosibirsk Captured on Video — Footage from the Scene

The moment of the emergency on Naumova Street was captured on video: the footage shows the shopping center building collapsing.

An eyewitness shared the video recording of the incident with the NGS editorial team.

We Continue to Freeze: in Novosibirsk Oblast, Temperatures Will Drop to -39 Degrees — Forecast for Three Days

According to the West Siberian Hydrometeorological Service, residents of Novosibirsk Oblast can expect extreme cold.

In the coming days, temperatures may reach -39 degrees Celsius (-38°F).

«Cars Scattered on Different Sides»: Mass Accident Occurred on the Northern Bypass — Video from the Scene

A traffic accident occurred on the Northern Bypass, creating a serious traffic jam.

As reported by NGS, an eyewitness said that five vehicles were involved in the accident: two trucks and three cars.