St. Petersburg is bracing for imminent rainfall, with the city’s chief meteorologist, Alexander Kolesov, announcing the expected arrival of precipitation within the hour on June 2. Residents have been advised to head home.

The Main Directorate of the Ministry of Emergency Situations for St. Petersburg had previously warned of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds anticipated for June 3. Wind gusts could reach speeds of up to 18 m/s.

The forecast indicates that the entire week in St. Petersburg will be predominantly rainy, with only occasional glimpses of sunshine.