Tobol river in Russia's Kurgan could rise to 9-11 metres - RIA

The Tobol river in Russia's Kurgan could rise to 9-11 metres (29.5-36.1 ft) or further, RIA news agency said on Thursday citing the local governor.

More than 6,000 people have been evacuated due to floods in Kurgan region, the RIA news agency said earlier on Thursday, citing local authorities.

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