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Excavator’s failed attempt to clear floodwater goes viral in Moscow, Russia

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On August 5, 2025, in Moscow, Russia, a video captured an excavator trying to deal with flooding caused by a heavy downpour. In the video, shared by eyewitnesses, shows the excavator repeatedly scooping water off the flooded roadway only to dump it back in the same spot. The unusual cleanup attempt sparked reactions online, with many questioning its effectiveness.

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