On Lake Alakol in the Abai region, employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations evacuated five tourists who were stranded on the water due to a technical malfunction of a small vessel. This was reported by the press service of the department. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
The incident occurred during patrol activities on the lake's water area. Due to the breakdown, the boat could not return to shore on its own.
After receiving a report of the incident, rescuers promptly arrived at the scene and evacuated everyone on board.
"All those on board were successfully evacuated and brought to shore. No one required medical assistance," the Ministry of Emergency Situations reported.
The department noted that the tourists thanked the rescuers for their prompt assistance.
The Ministry of Emergency Situations reminded vacationers to observe water safety rules. Before going out on the water, rescuers recommend checking the technical condition of watercraft, considering weather conditions, and always having life jackets on hand.
Specialists from the Ministry of Emergency Situations urge strict adherence to safety measures on water bodies. It is especially important to be careful during summer holidays on lakes and rivers. Before using boats and other vessels, it is necessary to check their technical condition, have sufficient fuel supply, and carry communication devices.
Lake Alakol is one of the largest lakes in Kazakhstan, a popular holiday destination among tourists. In the summer months, thousands of people vacation here. However, failure to follow water safety rules can lead to tragic consequences. Emergency workers regularly conduct raids and warn the public.
This incident once again highlighted the importance of observing water safety measures. Thanks to the prompt actions of rescuers, casualties were avoided. The Ministry of Emergency Situations calls on all vacationers to take precautions.