Town officials detained following fatal Krymsk flood

Top officials from the flood-ravaged Russian city Krymsk have been detained as investigators search for evidence of criminal negligence following the devastating flood that left some 170 people dead and hundreds more injured and homeless.

July 23, 2012 13:42

Disaster-united communities rebuilding after deadly floods (VIDEO)

Search and rescue is over in southern Russia, where flash floods have killed 162 people. The Emergencies Ministry is focusing on rebuilding the water-damaged cities. Residents are trying to cope with the terrible losses they suffered and move on.

July 10, 2012 06:28

Flood fallout: Russia investigates causes of tragedy

Local authorities face criticism and finger-pointing as investigators look into the causes of the devastating flood in Russia's Krasnodar Region, while residents try to cope with the consequences of a disaster that took the lives of over 170 people.

July 10, 2012 00:46

Aftermath in Krymsk: Hope among the ruins

As Russia mourns for the victims of the catastrophic floods in Krymsk, residents are already trying to piece their shattered lives back together. And while the world tries to understand the disaster, locals are faced with more pressing questions.

July 09, 2012 10:09

Helping hand: Volunteers throughout Russia unite to help flood victims (PHOTOS)

No one has been left indifferent to the destructive flood in Russia’s southern Krasnodar region, which claimed lives of over 170 people. Volunteers across the whole country have started an aid drive to help those who lost literally everything.

July 08, 2012 16:27

Monday declared day of mourning in Russia

July 9 has been declared a national day of mourning after two separate catastrophes Saturday took the lives of more than 180 people.

July 08, 2012 16:21