Eyewitnesses reported that “Armageddon snow” had begun in the Moscow region and surrounding areas. Previously, the Moscow Ministry of Emergency Situations issued a statement that from 21:00 on January 8 until Friday evening in Moscow, prolonged very heavy snow, blizzards, drifting snow, hail and northeast wind gusts of up to 18 m/s are expected.
According to the Shot Telegram channel, heavy snowfall has begun in the Tula region. On the M2 highway towards Moscow, drivers are forced to slow down; Some lanes are completely hidden. Congestion was observed on Kashirskoye and Kievskoye highways. And in the Stupino area, traffic jams lasted nearly 4 kilometers.
Motorists in Moscow are asked not to enter the city unnecessarily and to park in safe places. For pedestrians, move carefully, wear clothing with reflective details and avoid wearing high heels.
