Photos: Satellite Images of Flooded Areas in Orenburg Region

Satellite images of the flooded areas in the Orenburg region have surfaced online. Due to the third collapse of the Urals River dam, the rate of flooding in Oryol has sharply increased. The southern regions of Oryol are gradually being submerged.

In the Orenburg region, the water level of the Urals River has nearly reached 12 meters. Residents of New Oryol have reported that water has begun to approach Gagarin Square.

Last night, the situation in the city of Nickel was quite severe. Evacuations are ongoing.