As part of preparations for the flood-prone period, the Minister of Emergency Situations, Major General Chingiz Arinov, visited the Kengir reservoir located in the city of Zhezkazgan during a working visit to the Ulytau region.
During the inspection, the minister assessed the condition of the reservoir’s hydraulic structures, sluices and electrical mechanisms. Particular attention was paid to the stable and safe operation of all elements of the infrastructure that ensure the operation of the facility. He instructed to take all necessary measures to prevent the possible consequences of flooding and protect citizens from the threat of emergency situations.
Currently, all seven locks of the Kengir reservoir are fully ready to release water, which will minimize the risk of emergency situations in the spring period. Active preventive measures are continuing in the region to reduce the risk of spring floods and ensure the safety of the population.
In addition, the Minister of Emergency Situations participated in a meeting on the issues of eliminating the consequences of the emergency at the mine in the Ulytau region, led by Kazakhmys Corporation LLP.
The head of the Ministry of Emergency Situations noted that a comprehensive examination is being conducted as part of the investigation, including inspections by law enforcement agencies, the Industrial Safety Committee and labor inspectors. He said that further steps will be aimed at tightening safety requirements at production facilities.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/941244