Kazakh Minister for Emergency
Situations Syrym Sharipkhanov announced the necessity to enter a heightened
state of readiness for the flood period at the Government’s meeting. According
to him, above-average precipitation and temperatures are expected in January
and February across most regions of the country. The area covered with snow
currently reaches up to 70 percent in five regions, and 90 percent in 12
regions of Kazakhstan. Sharipkhanov stated that special task forces, involving
39,000 personnel, have already been formed. Furthermore, around 11,000 units of
equipment, over 500 swimming vehicles, and more than 3,000 motor pumps have
been prepared. Sharipkhanov assured that the relevant services are already in a
state of readiness.¤
“Kazaviaspas aircraft are in
constant readiness for the swift deployment of forces and equipment, as well as
the emergency evacuation of affected populations. Military units of civil
defense are also ready to participate in rescue operations. The practical
training of the actions of management bodies, forces, and resources of the civil
defense system will be carried out as part of the National command and staff
exercise ‘Koktem-2024’, with the headquarters located in Aktobe,” said
Sharipkhanov.
