The situation with floods in
Kazakhstan is gradually stabilizing. Water levels are receding in the Akmola,
Aktobe, Karagandy, Kostanai, and Pavlodar regions, as well as in the cities of Petropavl
and Kulsary, where the situation was particularly difficult. Since March, more
than 119,000 people have been evacuated in advance from the flood-affected
areas, as reported by Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov at a government
meeting. Specialists are currently eliminating the consequences of the natural
disaster. Mechanisms for the prompt resolution of housing issues in the flooded
regions have been developed. Selection of land plots for the construction of
new houses is ongoing, with works already underway in the Aktobe region. Flood
victims in the Akmola, Karagandy, and Kostanai regions have been presented with
keys to new housing. Notably, the rules and procedure for compensating the
damage have also been approved.
“Nearly 11,000 families have
received a payment of 100 monthly calculation indexes. This is just the
beginning of an extensive work. Payments worth up to 150 monthly calculation
indexes will be provided as well. Thus, people will be able to purchase
essential items, including refrigerators, tables, chairs, cookware, and
clothing. Besides, entrepreneurs will be compensated for losses. Overall, assistance
will be provided to all those affected,” Bektenov said.
