Heavy cargo trucks are now prohibited from driving on federal roads in several Ural regions due to high temperatures. The restrictions are in effect daily from 10:00 to 22:00 between June 10 and June 14.
Uralupravtodor announced that the ban impacts the Sverdlovsk, Tyumen, and Kurgan regions, as well as KhMAO. The restrictions are in place due to adverse weather conditions, specifically air temperatures exceeding 32℃.
The ban applies to freight transport vehicles whose total weight, including cargo, surpasses established limits. Drivers are urged to maintain safe distances and adhere to speed limits during this period.
For additional information regarding the restrictions, individuals can call 8-800-200-63-06. The implementation follows weather forecasts predicting abnormal heat, rain, and thunderstorms in areas like Yekaterinburg.