MES warned Belarusians about thunderstorms and stormy winds on Monday
The Ministry of Emergency Situations of Belarus warns about adverse meteorological phenomena on Monday, July 6. Strong winds can collapse structures, damage building roofs, and lead to falling trees.
According to forecasters, cloudy weather with clearings is expected in the country, with short-term rains in most of the territory, and thunderstorms in some places. During the daytime, gusts of south-westerly and westerly winds in individual areas may strengthen to 15-18 m/s.
Among the main danger factors in such weather, rescuers name the risk of damage and breaks in power lines, which can lead to disruptions in electricity supply to settlements.
In addition, stormy winds are capable of destroying poorly secured structures, damaging building roofs, and causing trees to fall, while lightning discharges pose a threat of fires in forests, residential, and industrial areas.
The air temperature across the country will range from +17°C to +23°C. In Minsk, short-term rains, possible thunderstorms, and gusty winds are also expected on Monday. During the day, the thermometer in the capital will rise to +18...+20°C, and by evening it will cool down to +14...+16°C.
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