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Deadly Russian heatwave declared over

Deadly Russian heatwave declared over

Russian meteorologists said on Wednesday Moscow's deadly heat wave was ending after two months of searing weather which took a high human and economic toll.

 

Moscow deaths double amid smog to 700 people a day

Moscow deaths double amid smog to 700 people a day

Deaths in Moscow have doubled and are now averaging 700 people a day amid a sweltering heat wave and poisonous smog from wildfires, a top Russian health official said Monday.

 

Russia’s Response to Fires Does Little to Calm

Russia’s Response to Fires Does Little to Calm

As acres burn and the damage mounts from a nationwide eruption of wildfires, the government is being tested at all levels and, quite often, found wanting.

 

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