Photos: Loss, destruction loom large in Siberian floods

According to Russian authorities, at least 18 people have lost their lives in the floods that have destroyed the Siberian region of Irkutsk. The flooding was caused by torrential rains that hit the region last week and the water levels of some rivers quickly rose over more than two metres. A state of emergency was declared as nearly 10,000 people lay affected.

Updated on: Jul 07, 2019 12:48 PM IST

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Local residents sail a boat in the flood-hit settlement of Oktyabrsky in Irkutsk Region, Russia July 5, 2019. At least 18 people have died in floods that have devastated the Siberian region of Irkutsk, according to Russian authorities. (Alexey Golovshchikov / REUTERS)

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A view shows a damaged car and buildings in the flood-hit town of Tulun. The severe flooding was caused by torrential rains that hit the region last week. The water levels of some rivers quickly rose over more than two metres. (Alexey Golovshchikov / REUTERS)

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As of the middle of Friday, 22 people were reported dead, 15 people missing and over 330 hospitalized as a result of floods in the Irkutsk Region. Animals were seen stranded outside damaged homes. (Alexey Golovshchikov / REUTERS)

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Floods in the Irkutsk region started after torrential rains at the end of June. As many as 103 settlements have been affected by the disaster. More than 10,150 dwelling houses, which accommodate almost 33,000 people, have been flooded. (Alexey Golovshchikov / REUTERS)

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Russian Deputy Prime Minister Vitaly Mutko is seen inside a helicopter during his working trip to the flood-hit region. Russia’s President Vladimir Putin visited the region over the weekend, instructing Minister of Defence Sergei Shoigu to bring in troops to help deal with the flood. (Alexey Golovshchikov / REUTERS)

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A view shows a fence door in a flood-hit courtyard in the town of Tulun. Around 1,000 servicemen and 300 military units were sent to the affected area. (Alexey Golovshchikov / REUTERS)

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Dogs stand near debris in the flood-hit town. Prior to the latest figures, angry residents had claimed the actual death toll was much higher than the official number and expressed anger at the authorities for perceived inaction. (Alexey Golovshchikov / REUTERS)