Moscow is bracing for severe weather as the city is under the grip of a considerable storm rated at nine on the Beaufort scale. Today, March 14, 2025, the winds are expected to reach dangerous gusts of up to 24 meters per second, warning residents to be cautious and prepared for potential destruction.
Evgeny Tishkovets, from the Phobos weather center, reported, "The wind today is dangerous, stormy, and will be the main damaging factor of the bad weather. From the morning, the southern wind at 10–15 m/s will change to southwestern at noon, with the instantaneous air flow speed increasing to 13–18 m/s. By 2 PM, the gusts will reach 20 m/s, and the storm's peak is expected between 3 PM and 6 PM, when the maximum recorded wind speed will range from 21 to 24 m/s. This corresponds to the ninth-degree storm on the Beaufort scale!" The severe weather condition is likely to cause broken branches, uprooted trees, and potential damages to fragile structures.
Tishkovets also noted how the air pressure will see fluctuations during the storm; it will rise to 740 mm of mercury, which may impact the well-being of those sensitive to such changes.
Significantly, today marks the warmest day of the year so far, with temperatures soaring to 12.5 degrees Celsius by mid-morning, surpassing the previous record of 11 March, just two days ago. Mikhail Leus, another expert from the Phobos Center, elaborated on this anomaly, stating, "14 March has proved to be the warmest day since the beginning of 2025, reaching temperatures higher than expected," which complicates the weather conditions.
During the storm event, Moscow's Ministry of Emergency Situations has issued stern warnings for residents. Citizens are advised to safely park vehicles and avoid outdoor areas where advertising displays and unstable structures could collapse. The Moscow Mayor, Sergei Sobyanin, urged people on his Telegram channel to exercise increased caution as they navigate the city's weather-related challenges. He stated, "We are expecting significant changes in weather patterns. Meteorologists have warned of the storm today. City services have been activated to heightened readiness. Please be careful outside during inclement weather, avoid taking shelter under trees, and do not park your cars near them."
Predictions show after today; the weather will continue to shift, with temperatures gradually cooling to between 2 and 6 degrees Celsius by the weekend. Reports claim this abrupt transition from warm to cold could lead to additional complications, including frost and icy conditions.
For safety during this severe storm, officials have shared several guidelines: Keep windows and doors secured and closed. Remove all items from balconies or outer areas, which could become airborne. Remain indoors when possible, staying away from windows to prevent injuries. If caught outside, avoid standing next to trees, power lines, and other potential hazards. Drivers are particularly warned against parking near trees to avoid damage from falling branches.
Indeed, the anticipated storm fronts are set to impact more than just Moscow, as forecasters have indicated the dangerous weather will affect broad areas of Central Russia, stretching from Verkhnevolzhye to Chernozemye. The storm is built on conditions likely to uproot trees, inflict structural damage, and create hazardous situation during its peak hours.
Though this storm seems set to disrupt life temporarily, forecasters assure citizens should remain attentive and vigilant. With considerable elements to navigate, today serves as both a record-breaking weather day and as cautionary tales of Mother Nature's considerable power.