Record snow in Russia’s far east blocks building entrances, buries cars

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by ReutersJanuary 20, 2026 at 03:18 AM

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Record snowfall has hit Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula in the far east, creating massive drifts that have blocked building entrances and buried vehicles. The region experienced its biggest snowfall in 60 years, with over 2 meters of snow falling in the first half of January, following 3.7 meters in December. Residents in areas like Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky are digging paths to access buildings, and vehicles are struggling to navigate the deep snow. The extreme weather event, while not uncommon in the region, has significantly impacted daily life.

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