22 kilometers from the shore in the northeastern direction of Lake Balkhash, Priozersk, Karaganda region, two fishermen could not reach the shore on their own due to a malfunction of the boat. Immediately, rescuers of the Operational Rescue Squad of the Emergency Situations Department left at the specified coordinates. Thanks to the prompt actions of rescuers, the rescued fishermen were brought ashore and did not need medical assistance.
In addition, in the Alakolsky district of the Zhetisu region, a passenger car with people got stuck in a snow drift on the Kabanbai-Ushbulak highway of republican significance. Rescuers immediately went to the place, who rescued two people from the snow captivity. They didn't need medical help. The citizens were escorted to the nearest settlement.
The Ministry of Emergency Situations urges to observe safety rules in winter, safety measures in reservoirs when fishing, monitor changes in weather conditions, traffic restrictions on the roads!

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/883032