3 regions in Russia 's Far East experienced catastrophic flooding . But flooding in the expansive nation of Russia has proved deadly before . A government ministry says at least 18,000 are affected . Authorities set up 166 shelters , ship in emergency supplies , state media reports .
3 regions in Russia 's Far East experienced catastrophic flooding . A government ministry says at least 18,000 are affected . Authorities set up 166 shelters , ship in emergency supplies , state media reports .