Hydrometeorological Center introduces amber alert in Moscow and Central Federal District

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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.