Tajikistan dispatched a substantial 3,500 tons of humanitarian aid to flood-affected Kazakhstan. The assistance comprises a variety of essential supplies, including food products, clothing, building materials, medical supplies, and other necessities, the Emergencies Committee of the Tajikistan Government’s press centre reports.
The humanitarian aid was transported to Kazakhstan via 61 railcars and 13 trucks. This logistical endeavour reflects a coordinated effort to swiftly deliver assistance to those in need across flood-stricken regions.
Moreover, the provision of humanitarian aid to flood victims in Kazakhstan aligns with the directive of Uzbek leader Shavkat Mirziyoyev, demonstrating a regional commitment to supporting affected populations. A dedicated working group, led by presidential advisor T. Khudaibergenov, was entrusted with the task of overseeing the delivery of aid to impacted areas.
The aid convoy, consisting of 15 large-size lorries, includes an array of essential items such as foodstuffs, clothing for men, women, and children, blankets, quilts, pillows, hygiene products, tents equipped with special facilities, and sets of rubber boats. These provisions aim to alleviate the immediate hardships faced by flood-affected individuals and communities.
Unprecedented snowfalls followed by a sudden rise in temperatures led to the rapid melting of snow, resulting in extensive flooding, particularly along the Ural and Tobol rivers. Specialists suggest that these climatic anomalies may be attributed to the broader phenomenon of global climate change, highlighting the urgent need for concerted action to mitigate its impacts.
In response to the escalating crisis, Kazakhstan's emergency Ministry undertook massive evacuation efforts, relocating more than 111,000 individuals from flood-threatened areas since the beginning of the month. Notably, on April 14 alone, approximately 4,500 people were evacuated from Petropavl, a city of significant population near the Ishim River.
While significant progress was made, with approximately 16,000 people returning to their homes as water levels receded in certain regions, evacuation efforts persist in North Kazakhstan, Aktobe, and West Kazakhstan regions. The continued commitment to recovery and rehabilitation underscores the collective resolve to mitigate the impacts of the disaster and facilitate the return to normalcy for affected communities.
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