Abnormal heat in Altai Krai extended through June 24

Meteorologists have extended a severe weather warning for abnormal heat in Russia's Altai Krai through June 24, with no significant temperature decline expected in the near term. Daytime temperatures are forecast to remain above 30 degrees Celsius throughout the coming week as the region remains under the influence of a high-pressure anticyclone system. Leading weather forecaster Natalya Kobyakova from the regional Hydrometeorological Center stated that meteorologists currently see no preconditions for a rapid end to the heat wave. Residents should prepare for at least another week of intense heat, though the center has not yet provided a specific date for when conditions will improve. Looking ahead to the broader summer outlook, Russia's Hydrometeorological Center predicts that June will be typical for the season, July will be cooler than normal, and August will be warm.