Vladimir Putin heard reports from Alexander Kurenkov, Head of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, Denis Pasler, Governor of the Orenburg Region, Vadim Shumkov, Governor of the Kurgan Region, and Alexander Moore, Governor of the Tyumen Region, on the development of the flood situation and measures taken to help people trapped in the flood zone and evacuation, and those who are at risk of flooding.
Following the reports, the President instructed the Government to create a special commission headed by the Minister for Civil Defense, Emergencies and Disaster Relief A.Kurenkov.
In addition, the head of state heard reports from the heads of relevant departments who are involved in providing emergency assistance to the population.
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