A meeting of the akimat on flood prevention in the region was held under the chairmanship of the head of the region, Serik Shapkenov, the press service of the regional akim reports.

The director of the Atyrau branch of the Kazhydromet RSE Salauat Tolenov made a report on the hydrometeorological situation in the region. According to him, there is a possibility of a large amount of water from the Russian Federation.

- There are 12 hydro stations of Kazhydromet in the region. Here, water level, temperature, and ice condition are measured twice a day, water flow is checked three times a month, and standard monitoring is carried out. Currently, the hydrological situation is stable in all water bodies of the region, and the freezing period is underway. Rivers have levels typical of the winter period. From December 28 to today, the discharge of the Irekty reservoir has amounted to 60 cubic meters per second. Last February, the water discharge was 25 cubic meters per second. Yesterday, the working volume of the Irekty reservoir was 2,624 million, the water inflow was 19.1 cubic meters/sec, - said Salauat Tolenov.

Serik Shapkenov said that it is necessary to take into account not only the threshold levels, but also the volume of incoming water. In this case, it is important to rely on the long-term average, last year's data and planned volumes. As the experience of last year has shown, water not only does not reach the set level, but also spreads throughout the canal, posing an additional threat. In this regard, it is necessary to open stations to monitor the volume of water inflow near the border of Aktobe and the West Kazakhstan region, as well as install seasonal hydro stations in 51 settlements with a high risk of flooding. In addition, Kazhydromet was instructed to switch to a system of rapid information exchange on the hydrological situation in border regions. History shows that floods can recur every two years, so preparation and timely information should be the main focus.

According to Nurlan Zhanabayev, head of the Emergency Situations Department of Atyrau region, work is underway to clean water pipes, strengthen dams and protective structures in the region. Last year, 590 km of dams and 20 km of canals were dug along the Ural River, 8 water culverts were installed on roads of republican and regional significance. 7 km of embankments were strengthened in river sections, 121 km of the bottom was deepened, and 90 km of the embankment was secured and cleaned.

- Anti-flood measures are still being carried out, and full completion is planned for March. A stock of fuel, inert materials and bags has been created in the emergency reserve. 1,510 people and 244 pieces of equipment, including swimming equipment and helicopters, are ready to combat the consequences of the flood. In addition, if necessary, it was considered to mobilize forces and equipment from other regions, - said N. Zhanabayev.

In addition, Serik Shapkenov listened to the preparedness measures of the cities and districts. The akims reported on the dangers in their regions and the work being done.

The head of the region instructed to inspect the constructed dams and, if necessary, strengthen them, as well as monitor the hydrological situation in areas where snow water flows.

- Last year was a big test for us. We noticed our vulnerable spots, and now all the equipment must be ready in every settlement. In addition, special attention must be paid to the issue of effective organization of evacuation. It is necessary to warn farms in areas with a high risk of flooding in advance and prepare places for temporary placement of livestock. All water supply facilities and constructed dams must be comprehensively inspected and accurate information must be provided to the operational headquarters. Last year, we allocated significant funds and upgraded our material and technical base. "We must be prepared for the worst, we cannot relax," said S. Shapkenov.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/atyrau/press/news/details/930851