Nizhny Novgorod energy workers are preparing for strong winds on May 28-29.

      Nizhny Novgorod energy workers have switched to an increased readiness mode in anticipation of strong winds on May 28-29, 2026. This was reported by the press service of the "Nizhnevenergo" branch. According to information from the Hydrometeorological Center, thunderstorms, heavy rains, and strengthening northwesterly winds with gusts up to 17 m/s are expected in the Nizhny Novgorod region on May 28 and 29. A total of 200 teams – 741 specialists and 329 units of special equipment – are prepared to respond to the possible consequences of bad weather. Socially significant and infrastructure facilities are under special control, for which 235 backup power supply sources with a total capacity of about 8.21 MW are prepared in case of need. Photo: Nizhnevenergo

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