A fire in a detached warehouse on Ordzhonikidze Street in Kostanay has been fully extinguished. The fire area was 650 square meters, the Ministry of Emergency Situations reported. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
Arriving units discovered open burning of the building's roof. During extinguishing, rescuers removed five oxygen cylinders with a volume of 80 liters each from the warehouse and moved them to a safe place.
Units of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, employees of the Operational Rescue Squad and the Disaster Medicine Center, as well as police, an ambulance team, and an emergency gas service worked at the scene.
Earlier, Kursiv reported a large fire in the area of the former meat-packing plant in Kostanay. According to initial data from the Department of Emergency Situations, the fire occurred in a detached building of a service station on Koblandy Batyr Street, formerly Herzen Street. Witnesses reported heavy smoke and high open flames.
Preventive measures and adherence to safety rules are important to prevent fires. The Ministry of Emergency Situations urges citizens to strictly follow fire safety rules. In case of fire, remain calm and immediately call 101 or 112.
Fire safety measures have been strengthened in Kostanay region. MES specialists conduct raids in residential buildings and industrial facilities to prevent fires. Thanks to the prompt actions of firefighters, the threat of explosion was prevented.
The cause of the fire is currently being determined. The Ministry of Emergency Situations is conducting investigative measures. No information on casualties has been received yet.
The akimat of Kostanay has set up a special headquarters to assist those affected by the fire. If necessary, temporary housing will be provided to residents.
Violation of fire safety rules entails administrative and criminal liability. The Ministry of Emergency Situations urges citizens to take precautions during a fire.
The fire situation in Kostanay region is under constant control. MES units are operating in enhanced mode.
To prevent fires, it is recommended to check the condition of electrical wiring, properly use gas equipment, and install fire extinguishers.
The Ministry of Emergency Situations urges citizens to follow fire safety rules and teach children the basics of fire safety.