Villages in the Lachin district, specifically Shalva, Govushug, and Valibayli, experienced a sudden hailstorm accompanied by heavy rainfall between 14:07 and 14:11 local time.
According to the Operative Information Center-OMM, which cited data from the National Hydrometeorological Service as of 15:00 on July 4, the hailstones measured between 8 and 10 millimeters in diameter.
Lachin, a mountainous region in Azerbaijan, is known for its complex topography, which often leads to rapid and unpredictable changes in weather patterns during the summer months. Such localized meteorological events are frequently monitored by the National Hydrometeorological Service to assess potential impacts on agricultural activities and local infrastructure in the region, which is currently undergoing significant reconstruction and resettlement efforts.
