The head of the region, Kumar Aksakalov, reviewed the work on the timely and high-quality clearing of Kostanay streets from snow ahead of the spring flood season.

During the winter period, 313 thousand tons of snow were removed from the city. This is 3 times more than during the same period last year (95 thousand tons). The main load falls on 5 snow disposal sites, whose current fill level ranges from 60% to 90%.

In the Kostanay-2 district, there are 44 residential buildings located in a potential flooding zone. Over 40 thousand tons of snow have already been removed from this area.

"Currently, our main task is to maximize the speed of snow removal from streets, courtyards, intersections, and areas where there is a risk of meltwater accumulation. To ensure the free flow of meltwater, special attention must be paid to cleaning storm drains, ditches, and drainage channels," noted Kumar Aksakalov.

To handle meltwater, 110 km of stormwater system is operational, of which 4.9 km are located in the Kostanay-2 district. Furthermore, there are 5 hydraulic structures ensuring water discharge into the Tobol River.

"The work must be carried out systematically and in an intensified mode. It is important to utilize all necessary equipment, organize round-the-clock monitoring, and respond promptly to problematic areas. The effectiveness of this work determines the safety of residents, the uninterrupted operation of the city's infrastructure, and the city's readiness for the spring period. Our task is to take all necessary measures so that the city meets spring prepared and without the risk of flooding," emphasized the head of the region.

LLP "CapitalGroupUnion" is conducting intensified snow removal. 18 units of equipment are involved in the work. Additionally, personnel from the regional Emergency Situations Department, 80 cadets from the Ministry of Internal Affairs Academy, and 50 volunteers from the Youth Resource Center have been engaged.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1182191?lang=kk