The data center recommended that Muscovites use public transport because of the thunderstorm

Motorists in the capital were advised to use public transport due to the forecast rain and thunderstorms. The press service of the Moscow Department of Transport and Road Infrastructure Development reported this on Wednesday, April 23, with reference to the Traffic Management Center.

"According to forecasters, heavy rain with thunderstorms and strong winds of up to 15 m/s are expected in Moscow this evening and tomorrow afternoon," the Moscow City News agency quoted the message as saying.

Drivers were urged to keep their distance and speed limits, avoid sudden maneuvers, not be distracted by the phone while driving, and not to leave the car or stand by themselves near trees and shaky structures.

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Rain and sleet are possible over the weekend, meteorologists have warned

Earlier in the day, the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia in the Moscow region warned that rain, heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected on April 23-24. 360.ru .

Bad weather is forecast from 18:00 on April 23 to 12:00 on April 24, it is specified on the website kp.ru .

During thunderstorms, wind gusts can reach 15 m/s. In the future, the average daily air temperature is expected to decrease by 5-7 degrees, writes "Moscow 24".