In the Enbekshikazakh district of the Almaty region, approximately 20 kilometers from the village of Nurly, near the Ili River, a fire broke out on dry grass and reeds in an open area. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
The extinguishing is complicated by marshy and hard-to-reach terrain. Emergency workers, specialists from the Shelek forestry, and a helicopter crew from Kazaviaspas JSC are working at the scene. In total, about 70 personnel, 21 pieces of equipment, and a helicopter from Kazaviaspas JSC have been involved in extinguishing.
Currently, the firefighting is coordinated by the head of the Emergency Situations Department of the Almaty region. As of now, three of the four fire sites have been localized. At the fourth site, extinguishing continues in an intensified mode. The work is complicated by the lack of access roads to the fire. To ensure the passage of fire and heavy equipment, an access road is being laid.
Fire area
The fire was recorded in an open area near the Ili River, about 20 kilometers from the village of Nurly in the Enbekshikazakh district of the Almaty region. This area is rich in reeds and dry grass, which contributes to the rapid spread of fire.
Difficulties and measures
The main factors complicating extinguishing are marshy and hard-to-reach terrain. The movement of special equipment is difficult here, and the effectiveness of extinguishing from a helicopter is reduced. In addition, the lack of access roads to the fire exacerbates the situation. In this regard, an access road is being laid to ensure the passage of fire and heavy equipment.
Involved forces
Employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, specialists from the Shelek forestry, and a helicopter crew from Kazaviaspas JSC are involved in extinguishing. In total, about 70 personnel, 21 pieces of equipment, and one helicopter are involved. The coordination of work is carried out by the head of the Emergency Situations Department of the Almaty region.
Current situation
According to the latest data, three of the four fire sites have been localized. At the fourth site, extinguishing continues in an intensified mode. All necessary measures are being taken to completely eliminate the fire.
Additional information
Local executive bodies and emergency services are working together to prevent and eliminate the consequences of the fire. Residents are advised to follow fire safety rules. Any information about a fire should be immediately reported to 112.
This incident once again reminds of the danger of natural fires to human life and the environment. Thanks to the prompt actions of emergency services, the spread of fire is limited, but the situation remains difficult.