Severe flooding has struck regions of Kazakhstan and Russia, leading to the worst deluge in at least 70 years. The flooding, caused by rapid snowmelt and dam breaches, has affected Russia’s Ural Mountains, Siberia, and areas of Kazakhstan near the Ural and Tobol rivers.
In the village of Taitobe, located not far from Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, residents are bracing for potential escalation. Aiman Kulumbetova, a local resident, shared her concerns:
‘People and houses in the village are safe for the time being as the government took urgent measures to place sandbags and build dams. If things escalate, we will be put in schools.’
Authorities in both countries are intensifying rescue operations, with emergency teams working around the clock to mitigate the impact and ensure the safety of affected communities. The government has deployed resources to strengthen flood defenses and provide aid to those displaced.
The severe weather conditions have prompted discussions about infrastructure resilience and emergency preparedness in the face of climate-related challenges. As the situation develops, communities are relying on coordinated efforts between local authorities and residents to navigate the crisis.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
