MOSCOW, 30 May (BelTA - TASS) - The hurricane that hit central Russia on Monday claimed 11 lives and almost 150 people sought medical assistance in Moscow.
The hurricane has damaged roofs of more than 180 buildings and over 1,900 vehicles, the emergencies ministry said.
The wind gusts have taken down more than 6,500 trees. More than 130 commuter trains and 23 long distance trains were delayed and four aero express trains to the Vnukovo airport were canceled.
In Moscow, the storm affected transport in 20 streets and more than 50 flights were delayed at the airports.
More than 22,000 people are involved in the effort to deal with the aftermath of the hurricane in Moscow and the Moscow Region, as well as in central Russia's Vladimir, Tula, Tver, Ryazan and Kaluga Regions.
