Latest Spring News from Russia

Orenburg Officials Seek Higher Iriklinsky DischargeOrenburg Officials Seek Higher Iriklinsky Discharge
Orenburg Officials Seek Higher Iriklinsky DischargeOrenburg officials have asked Moscow to approve increasing the Iriklinsky reservoir discharge to 140 cubic meters per second to prepare for the 2026 flood season.
Novosibirsk Oblast Begins Flood Preparations, Plans Dam InspectionsNovosibirsk Oblast Begins Flood Preparations, Plans Dam Inspections
Novosibirsk Oblast Begins Flood Preparations, Plans Dam InspectionsAfter a winter with record snowfall, authorities in Novosibirsk Oblast have launched flood season preparations, including inspections of dams and water levels.
2026 spring flood to be worse, Novosibirsk warned2026 spring flood to be worse, Novosibirsk warned
2026 spring flood to be worse, Novosibirsk warnedNovosibirsk Oblast is among areas with elevated flood risks as Rosgidromet forecasts a more severe spring flood in 2026 due to heavy snowfall and unstable weather.
Spring Flood 2026 to Be More Severe in YugraSpring Flood 2026 to Be More Severe in Yugra
Spring Flood 2026 to Be More Severe in YugraSpecialists warn that water levels in several rivers may exceed normal, making this year's spring flood more difficult than last year's.
Roshydromet issues flood forecast for Tomsk OblastRoshydromet issues flood forecast for Tomsk Oblast
Roshydromet issues flood forecast for Tomsk OblastRoshydromet expects the 2026 spring flood to be more severe than last year, particularly in Central, Siberian, and Far Eastern federal districts, including Tomsk Oblast.
Spring flood in Tyumen region to be tougherSpring flood in Tyumen region to be tougher
Spring flood in Tyumen region to be tougherRussia's Roshydrometcenter warns of a difficult spring flood in 2026 in the Tyumen region. Water levels on the Ishim River may exceed the norm.
Spring flood 'harder than last year' in TyumenSpring flood 'harder than last year' in Tyumen
Spring flood 'harder than last year' in TyumenForecasters warn that Tyumen Oblast will face a more severe spring flood than in 2025, placing the region in the red zone.
Novosibirsk Region Begins Early Preparations for Spring Flooding Due to Heavy SnowNovosibirsk Region Begins Early Preparations for Spring Flooding Due to Heavy Snow
Novosibirsk Region Begins Early Preparations for Spring Flooding Due to Heavy SnowAuthorities in Novosibirsk Region are inspecting dams and storm drains ahead of the spring thaw to mitigate potential flooding.
Meteorologists forecast spring weather for Altai KraiMeteorologists forecast spring weather for Altai Krai
Meteorologists forecast spring weather for Altai KraiThe Russian Hydrometeorological Center has issued a weather forecast for Altai Krai from February to April, detailing expected temperatures and regional variations.
Spring Forecast for Omsk RegionSpring Forecast for Omsk Region
Spring Forecast for Omsk RegionTemperatures are expected to rise next month in Omsk, with forecasters providing a detailed seasonal outlook from February to April.
Designer battling cancer announces charity evening dress collectionDesigner battling cancer announces charity evening dress collection
Designer battling cancer announces charity evening dress collectionOlesya Klebleyeva, a designer from Ryazan, is hosting a charity fashion show on March 5 in Moscow, with proceeds funding rehabilitation for a boy injured in a car accident.
Trans-Urals governor outlines flood preparedness measuresTrans-Urals governor outlines flood preparedness measures
Trans-Urals governor outlines flood preparedness measuresThe governor of Kurgan Oblast has ordered coordination with neighboring regions on reservoir discharges into the Tobol River as the region prepares for potential spring flooding.