Hydrometeorological Center introduces amber alert in Moscow and Central Federal District

An amber alert has been introduced in Moscow and other regions of Central Russia. It is worth noting that this is the penultimate level of weather risk.

"There is a probability of disaster and damages,’’ the Hydrometeorological Center reports. Thus, at the weekend the wind velocities may reach 20 m/s, rain and sleet are also possible.

The forecasters' recommendations are for drivers not to park under trees, and for pedestrians to avoid road signs, TASS reports.