04.06.2025, 09:28 186571

Nearly 100 people evacuated as fire engulfs residential building in Astana

Nearly 100 people have been evacuated after a fire broke out in a residential building in Kazakh capital Astana early this morning, Kazinform News Agency correspondent reports.

The city authorities say spontaneous combustion of insulation sparked a massive fire, which engulfed multiple floors covering a total area of around 250 square meters.

According to the emergency situations department of Astana city, the fire was localized at 1:30 am and was fully put out at 2:00 am. The department’s 45 personnel and 13 fire trucks were involved in firefighting efforts.

There were no reports of victims. Nearly 100 people evacuated from their flats, while 15 more were evacuated with the help of rescuers.

The cause of the fire is yet to be determined.

The city authorities said that all those suffered by the fire will receive necessary assistance as well as placed temporary in hotels.
 

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02.06.2026, 11:00 8251

Emergency Minister Names Preliminary Cause of Explosion at Kazzinc Plant

Emergency Minister Names Preliminary Cause of Explosion at Kazzinc Plant
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The explosion at a Kazzinc plant was preliminarily caused by a violation of the technological process, Minister for Emergency Situations Chingis Arinov said at a government meeting.

The minister noted that the investigation is ongoing and that the relevant examinations and studies have been commissioned with the involvement of industry experts.

The explosion at the Kazzinc plant was preliminarily caused by a violation of the technological process," he said.


According to Arinov, the investigation into the accident at the Vostoktsvetmet mine is also continuing.

The preliminary causes of the accident at the Vostoktsvetmet mine are mining operations conducted in violation of design documentation and inadequate organization of production processes," Chingis Arinov said.


He added that previous inspections at these facilities had identified violations of industrial safety requirements, including discrepancies in technical documentation, the absence of expert assessments for extending the service life of technical equipment, deviations from approved design documentation, weak production control, and the untimely replacement of worn-out equipment.
 

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01.06.2026, 14:16 12846

Earthquake Felt in Kazakhstan's Zhetysu Region

Earthquake Felt in Kazakhstan's Zhetysu Region
An earthquake was recorded in Kazakhstan's Zhetysu Region, with its epicenter located 34 kilometers southeast of the city of Tekeli, a correspondent reports.

The earthquake occurred at 10:56 a.m. local time. According to the Kazakhstan National Data Center, the epicenter was situated 34 kilometers southeast of Tekeli.

The earthquake had a magnitude of 3.8.
 

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30.05.2026, 10:00 21871

Four tick-borne encephalitis cases recorded in Akmola region

Four tick-borne encephalitis cases recorded in Akmola region
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Since the start of the epidemic season, more than 500 people suffered tick bites in Akmola region, Qazinform News Agency cites the sanitary and epidemiological control department.

532 tick bite cases were registered in the region, including 144 among children under 14.

425 people received preventive immunoglobulin treatment; 107 did not, due to late medical visits, contraindications, refusal, or bites in non-endemic areas.

The highest number of bites was reported in Kokshetau up to 155, 149 in Burabay district, and 85 in Sandyktau district.

Four confirmed cases of tick-borne encephalitis were detected in the region.

A 17-year-old student from Sandyktau district is in intensive care with a severe condition after removing a tick himself and not seeking medical help promptly.

Sandyktau district is considered endemic for tick-borne encephalitis. Annual anti-tick treatments are carried out by sanitary services.

The region has supplies of immunoglobulin for emergency post-bite treatment and vaccines for at-risk groups.
 

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27.05.2026, 11:00 34631

An-2 plane crashes in Pavlodar region

An-2 plane crashes in Pavlodar region
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According to the Ministry of Transport, the incident occurred on Wednesday, May 27, near the village of Zhelezinka in Pavlodar region, Qazinform News Agency reports.

he aircraft operated by the Public Association "Operators of light and ultralight aviation" (ELISA), was carrying out crop dusting works. Preliminary data suggest the aircraft struck power lines.

There were two people on board. One died in the crash, while the second pilot was rescued by the Emergency Situations Department personnel.

An investigation is underway.
 

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26.05.2026, 12:42 28676

Earthquake felt in Kazakhstan’s Pavlodar region

Earthquake felt in Kazakhstan’s Pavlodar region
Residents of Kazakhstan’s Pavlodar region experienced earthquake tremors on Monday morning after seismic activity was recorded near the Bayanaul area, according to the country’s Ministry of Emergency Situations, Qazinform News Agency reports.

The earthquake occurred at approximately 11:28 a.m. local time on May 26. Tremors were reportedly felt by residents in the city of Ekibastuz.

Officials stated that the seismic station network operated by the National Scientific Center for Seismological Observations and Research detected the earthquake. The epicenter was located about 855 kilometers northwest of Almaty within Pavlodar region.

Authorities reported that the earthquake originated at a depth of 30 kilometers, with coordinates registered at 50.47° north latitude and 76.47° east longitude. The estimated shaking intensity in Bayanaul village reached 2 points on the seismic scale.

An operational headquarters has been established by the Pavlodar region department of emergency situations to monitor developments and coordinate response measures.

No casualties or structural damage have been reported so far, and public infrastructure and essential services are continuing to function normally. Emergency officials also announced the opening of a hotline.
 

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23.05.2026, 19:14 46251

Young bear spotted on streets of Zhetysu region settlement

Young bear spotted on streets of Zhetysu region settlement
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A young bear ran through the streets of Saryozek in the Kerbulak district of Zhetysu region, Qazinform News Agency reports.

According to the author of the video, Arkhat Kairanov, he spotted the bear at around 4 a.m. near the Laula store while heading toward the railway station.

The bear looked confused, so I immediately started filming. At first, I thought it was a dog, but when I got closer, I realized it was a bear. You don’t see something like this every day - I was shocked," the eyewitness said.


The footage shows the young bear running along a street in the settlement before disappearing into nearby bushes.

A similar incident had previously been recorded in the region, when a bear wandered onto the grounds of a hotel in the Dzungarian Alatau State National Nature Park. At the time, specialists noted that wild animals may move closer to populated areas during warmer seasons in search of food.

Residents have been urged to remain cautious and immediately notify emergency and environmental authorities if they encounter wild animals.
 

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12.05.2026, 12:52 70771

Death toll rises to 3 after Kazzinc plant explosion

The number of people killed in the explosion at Kazzinc’s metallurgical plant in Ust-Kamenogorsk rose to three, Qazinform News Agency reports.

A worker born in 1980, who suffered severe burns covering 90% of his body, passed away in hospital despite intensive treatment and the arrival of top specialists from Astana.

Kazzinc expressed deep condolences to the family and confirmed support for the victims’ families and employees.
 

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05.05.2026, 10:28 85036

Two die in explosion at Kazzinc Plant in Ust-Kamenogorsk

Two die in explosion at Kazzinc Plant in Ust-Kamenogorsk
Two people were killed and another five were injured following today's incident at the metallurgical site of Kazzinc in Ust-Kamenogorsk, Qazinform News Agency reports.

According to the company’s press service, the incident occurred on the morning of May 5 during production operations.

During the cleaning of a smoke exhauster, an explosion occurred, followed by a fire and partial structural collapse. As a result, two people were killed and five others were injured. All necessary medical assistance is being provided to the injured," the company said.


Emergency services remain at the scene, working to eliminate the incident consequences. A special commission has been established to investigate the cause and circumstances of the explosion.

Kazzinc expressed condolences to the families of the victims and stated its readiness to support those affected.

The families of those deceased and injured will receive the necessary assistance, including financial and psychological support," the press service added.


At the same time, an assessment of the potential environmental impact is underway.

Preliminary data indicate a localized dust release without exceeding permissible limits and without the emission of hazardous pollutants," the company specified.

 

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