Storm in Kryvyi Rih: Tornado passed near a moving tram
[48167] Storm in Kryvyi Rih: Tornado passed near a moving tram
A powerful tornado was documented in Kryvyi Rih passing just centimeters away from a city tram, sparking significant panic among residents.
Drama in Kryvyi Rih: Tornado almost hit a tram
An unusual weather event took place today, May 3, 2026, in the city of Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, when a tornado (smerch) passed in dangerous proximity to a tram that was in motion. Reports of the incident were widely circulated on local social media networks.
According to Times of Ukraine, a channel presenting a distinct pro-Ukrainian stance, the tornado passed within a few centimeters of the carriage. The channel added in response that this was "another fear for the collection." Similar reports also appeared in Україна Online, where they described the event as "very scary."
In Україна⚡️Новини⚡️Війна, it was emphasized that this was a natural phenomenon that created a "real threat to the passengers and transport." A similar description of the event also appeared in Реальный Днепр, which noted that the tornado passed "within a few centimeters" of the tram.
Channel Інформаційний фронт also covered the event, defining the experience as "terrible and scary." As of now, there have been no reports of casualties or major property damage, but the videos circulating online illustrate the intensity of the storm and its dangerous proximity to the public transport vehicle.