A major fire broke out at the transformer substation of the Western Thermal Complex located in the Auezov district of Almaty. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
Footage taken by eyewitnesses shows thick plumes of smoke rising over the city. According to preliminary information, the fire occurred on the territory of an energy infrastructure facility. The causes and possible consequences of the fire have not yet been reported.
The Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES) reported that firefighters are working at the scene. "At this moment, MES employees are extinguishing the fire at the transformer substation in the Auezov district of Almaty on Otarskaya Street," the MES said.
Information about casualties and the extent of damage is being clarified. The scale of the fire and its impact on the city's power supply are still unknown. The substation is part of the Western Thermal Complex, which provides heat and electricity to the western part of Almaty. A special commission may be established to determine the cause of the fire.
Residents are advised to follow safety precautions and not interfere with the work of fire services. Additional information will be provided as the circumstances of the incident are clarified.