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OIC Secretary-General Offers Condolences to Kazakhstan for Forest Fire Victims

2023-06-14T17:39+0200newsghana (en)

The Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), H.E. Mr. Hissein Brahim Taha, conveyed his heartfelt condolences and solidarity to the government and citizens of Kazakhstan in the wake of the devastating forest fires that ravaged the Abay region in the eastern part of the country.

Wildfire in Abai Region Decreases Significantly, Local Administration Says

2023-06-14T13:07+0200astanatimes (en)

“We achieved a tangible result thanks to the heroic efforts of all those involved in extinguishing and eliminating the wildfire,” said Urankhayev. As of June 13, there are only smoldering fires with no open flame, First Deputy Prime Minister Roman Sklyar said, adding that once the fire is....

UAE leaders offer condolences to President of Kazakhstan over victims of forest fires

2023-06-14T12:07+0200urdupoint (en)

ABU DHABI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 14th Jun, 2023) President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent a message of condolences to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of the Republic of Kazakhstan , over the victims of forest fires in Abay region, which resulted in numerous deaths and injuries.

UAE stands in solidarity with Kazakhstan and offers condolences over victims of forest fires in Abai Region (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates)

2023-06-13T15:16+0200wn (en)

) General Share What's your friend's email? Send The E-mail has been sent successfully UAE stands in solidarity with Kazakhstan and offers condolences over victims of forest fires in Abai Region Tue 13/6/2023 The UAE has expressed its sincere condolences and solidarity with....

ABU DHABI, 13th June, 2023 (WAM) -- The UAE has expressed its sincere condolences and solidarity with the Republic of Kazakhstan over the victims of forest fires in Abai Region, which resulted in numerous deaths and injuries.In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its....

2023-06-13T14:44+0200wam-en (en)

Tue 13-06-2023 16:23 PM UAE stands in solidarity with Kazakhstan and offers condolences over victims of forest fires in Abai Region. ABU DHABI, 13th June, 2023 (WAM) -- The UAE has expressed its sincere condolences and solidarity with the Republic of Kazakhstan over the victims of forest fires in....

UAE stands in solidarity with Kazakhstan and offers condolences over victims of forest fires in Abai Region

2023-06-13T14:33+0200urdupoint (en)

ABU DHABI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 13th Jun, 2023) The UAE has expressed its sincere condolences and solidarity with the Republic of Kazakhstan over the victims of forest fires in Abai Region, which resulted in numerous deaths and injuries.

Kazakhstan - Forest fires ( JRC-GWIS, media , media ) (ECHO Daily Flash of 13 June 2023)

2023-06-13T14:17+0200reliefWeb (en)

Forest fires have been burning in the eastern Abai region (northeastern Kazakhstan ), burning an area of approximately 60,000 ha of land and resulting in casualties and evacuations. According to media reports, at least 14 people died and more than 300 people have been evacuated across the affected region.

Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan reports about additional measures to extinguish forest fires

2023-06-13T09:49+0200akipress-en (en)

AKIPRESS.COM - A large natural fire continues to be extinguished in Abai region in the east of Kazakhstan . 1,800 people are involved in extinguishing the fire, the Ministry of Emergency Situations said on Tuesday. "More than 1,800 people, about 350 units of equipment from the Ministry of Emergency....

Uzbekistan expresses readiness to assist Kazakhstan in fight against forest fires

2023-06-13T09:33+0200akipress-en (en)

AKIPRESS.COM - President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a telephone conversation with President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the presidential press service of Uzbekistan reports. Mirziyoyev expressed deep condolences and words of support to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and the....

World leaders offer condolences to Kazakh President over National Mourning Day for wildfire victims

2023-06-12T20:36+0200today-az (en)

12 June 2023 [22:20] - TODAY.AZ Letters of condolences addressed to Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev keep coming as the National Mourning Day in honor of the wildfire victims was declared in Kazakhstan on June 12, Kazinform cites Akorda, Azernews reports, citing Kazinform.

World leaders offer condolences to Kazakh President over National Mourning Day for wildfire victims

2023-06-12T20:29+0200azernews (en)

Letters of condolences addressed to Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev keep coming as the National Mourning Day in honor of the wildfire victims was declared in Kazakhstan on June 12, Kazinform cites Akorda, Azernews reports, citing Kazinform. Tokayev is being offered condolences from world....

16:36 12/06/2023 Pashinyan offers condolences to Kazakh leader over deadly forest fires

2023-06-12T15:43+0200panorama-am-en (en)

Nikol Pashinyan has sent a condolence message to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan over the deadly forest fires in the country, the Armenian premier’s office reported on Monday. "I was deeply saddened to learn about the large-scale fire that took place in the Abay region of Kazakhstan,....

Xi extends condolences to Kazakh president over forest fires

2023-06-12T15:22+0200chinadailyhk (en)

BEIJING — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday sent a message of condolence to Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev over forest fires that erupted in Kazakhstan 's Abai Region. READ MORE Fruitful China-Kazakhstan cooperation under BRI Learning of the forest fires which caused heavy casualties in....

Iran sympathizes with Kazakhstan over deadly forest fire

2023-06-12T14:25+0200mehrnews-en (en)

TEHRAN, Jun 12 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Nasser Kan'ani expressed sympathy with the Kazakh government and nation over the forest fire incident that left several killed and wounded. Extending condolences to the families of the incident's victims, the senior Iranian diplomat wished speedy recovery for the injured.

Iran sympathizes with Kazakhstan over deadly forest fire

2023-06-12T14:24+0200mehr (en)

TEHRAN, Jun 12 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Nasser Kan'ani expressed sympathy with the Kazakh government and nation over the forest fire incident that left several killed and wounded. Extending condolences to the families of the incident's victims, the senior Iranian diplomat wished speedy recovery for the injured.

Turkish president offers condolences to his Kazakhstani counterpart over loss of lives in wildfires

2023-06-12T11:19+0200aa-en (en)

ANKARA. The Turkish president on Monday offered condolences to his Kazakhstan i counterpart over the deaths of 14 forest rangers in wildfires. Türkiye is ready to provide any assistance that Kazakhstan needs, Recep Tayyip Erdogan told Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, according to the Türkiye’s Communications Directorate.

Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry expresses condolences to Kazakhstan

2023-06-12T10:48+0200today-az (en)

12 June 2023 [11:43] - TODAY.AZ The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of Azerbaijan expressed its condolences to Kazakhstan in connection with the loss of life as a result of forest fires, Azernews reports. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs published this on Twitter page.

Armenian Foreign Ministry offers condolences over deadly forest fires in Kazakhstan

2023-06-12T09:57+0200armradio (en)

The Armenian Foreign Ministry has offered condolences over the deadly forest fires in Kazakhstan . “Deeply saddened by the news of major forest fires in Abai Region of Kazakhstan, which claimed lives and left many injured. Our sincere condolences to those affected by calamity and wishes for speedy recovery to the injured,” the Ministry tweetrd.

Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry expresses condolences to Kazakhstan

2023-06-12T09:52+0200azernews (en)

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of Azerbaijan expressed its condolences to Kazakhstan in connection with the loss of life as a result of forest fires, Azernews reports. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs published this on Twitter page. Deeply saddened by news of devastating wildfire in Abay region of brotherly Kazakhstan.

Kazakhstan: Forest fires in Abai region continue to be extinguished in five areas

2023-06-12T08:33+0200wn (en)

Firefighting operations in Kazakhstan 's Abai region remain ongoing at five sites, the press service of Kazakhstan's Ministry of Emergency Situations (EMERCOM) reported on Sunday. Footage shows EMERCOM officers battling the forest fire on the ground and from amid air as thick clouds of smoke.

Lukashenko expressed condolences to Tokayev over deadly forest fires

2023-06-12T08:22+0200sb (en)

The President of Belarus, Aleksandr Lukashenko, has sent condolences to President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in connection with the tragic consequences of fires in the east of the country – as BelTA was reported in the Belarusian leader’s press service “Belarus took with deep sorrow the....

Armenian Foreign Ministry expressed condolences to Kazakhstan over deaths caused by forest fires

2023-06-12T08:06+0200arka-am-en (en)

YEREVAN, June 12. /ARKA/. The Armenian Foreign Ministry has expressed condolences in connection with large forest fires in Kazakhstan . "We are deeply saddened by the news of large forest fires in Abay region of Kazakhstan which claimed lives and injured many people.

Day of Mourning: Sadyr Japarov expresses condolences to Kassym-Jomart Tokayev

2023-06-12T06:51+020024-kg (en)

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov sent a telegram of condolences to the head of the Republic of Kazakhstan , Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, in connection with casualties as a result of forest fires in the east of the country. Dear Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich, on behalf of the Kyrgyz people and on....

Day of Mourning: Sadyr Japarov expresses condolences to Kassym-Jomart Tokayev

2023-06-12T06:50+020024-kg-en (en)

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov sent a telegram of condolences to the head of the Republic of Kazakhstan , Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, in connection with casualties as a result of forest fires in the east of the country. Dear Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich, on behalf of the Kyrgyz people and on....

14 people killed in forest fires in Kazakhstan

2023-06-12T06:50+020024-kg-en (en)

President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev declared June 12 a day of mourning for those killed in a major forest fire in Abai region. Press service of Akorda reported on Telegram. At least 14 people were killed in the fire in Semei Ormany forest reserve. All of them were forestry workers.

14 people killed in forest fires in Kazakhstan

2023-06-12T06:37+020024-kg (en)

President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev declared June 12 a day of mourning for those killed in a major forest fire in Abai region. Press service of Akorda reported on Telegram. At least 14 people were killed in the fire in Semei Ormany forest reserve. All of them were forestry workers.

President Japarov offers condolences to President Tokayev over forest fire victims

2023-06-12T06:23+0200akipress-en (en)

AKIPRESS.COM - President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov offered condolences to President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev over forest fire victims. "On behalf of people of Kyrgyzstan and on my own behalf, I offer my deepest condolences in connection with human losses as a result of forest fires....

Kazakhstan forest fire kills 14 people, national mourning will be held – Teller Report Teller Report

2023-06-12T03:31+0200breakinglatest (en)

Agency, Astana, June 11th. As of the 11th local time, the death toll from forest fires in Abai Prefecture, Kazakhstan has risen to 14. Kazakh President Tokayev announced the 12th as a national day of mourning to commemorate the victims of forest fires.

Kazakhstan Forest Fire Tragedy: Latest Updates and National Mourning | Hangzhou Net

2023-06-12T02:50+0200archyde (en)

China News Agency , Astana, June 11th. As of the 11th local time, the death toll from forest fires in Abai Prefecture, Kazakhstan has risen to 14. Kazakh President Tokayev announced the 12th as a national day of mourning to commemorate the victims of forest fires.

Fourteen people killed in Kazakhstan forest fires Left 29% C 14% Right 57% Fourteen people killed in Kazakhstan forest firesFourteen people have died in major forest fires in northeastern Kazakhstan, the Central Asian country’s highest such toll in years.

2023-06-11T21:58+0200ground-news (en)

Kazakhstan forest fires kill 14 with 60,000 hectares of land destroyed and government minister sacked. Fourteen people die in major forest fires in north-eastern Kazakhstan, the emergency situations ministry says — the Central Asian country's highest such toll in years. Fourteen people killed in Kazakhstan forest fires.

Azerbaijani MFA expresses condolences to Kazakhstan over casualties from forest fires

2023-06-11T21:46+0200trendnews-az (en)

BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 11. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan has expressed condolences to Kazakhstan in connection with the victims of the forest fire, reports. "Deeply saddened by news of devastating wildfire in Abay region of brotherly Kazakhstan.

Wildfires in Canada, Kazakhstan intensify, kill 14

2023-06-11T20:32+0200tribuneonline (en)

This June 8, 2023, handout still image from a video by British Columbia Wildfire Service, shows an aerial view of the West Kiskatinaw River wildfire located 10kms (6 miles) east of Tumbler Ridge, Canada. Dozens of fires are still burning in the west of the country: 62 in Alberta, 76 in westernmost British Columbia and 24 in Saskatchewan.

16:16 Armenia MFA deeply saddened by Kazakhstan forest fires

2023-06-11T14:53+0200news-am (en)

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia expressed condolences regarding the large fire that started in the Batpaevsky forestry of Kazakhstan ‘s Abay region. “Deeply saddened by the news of major forest fires in Abai Region of Kazakhstan, which claimed lives and left many injured.

Incendi boschivi nel nord-est del Kazakhstan: 14 vittime

2023-06-11T14:08+0200euronews-it (it)

Per la Repubblica ex sovietica, con una superficie cinque volte superiore alla Francia, è la peggior tragedia degli ultimi anni. Il presidente Tokayev ha ricevuto le condoglianze da parte dell'alleato Putin e ha annunciato per lunedì 12 giugno una giornata di lutto nazionale.

President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev expresses condolences to President of Kazakhstan

2023-06-11T12:13+0200today-az (en)

11 June 2023 [13:15] - Dear Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich, We were extremely saddened by the news of heavy casualties and serious consequences as a result of major forest fires in Abai Region. On the occasion of this tragedy, on my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I offer my....

President Ilham Aliyev offers condolences to his Kazakhstani counterpart

2023-06-11T12:01+0200azertag (en)

Baku, June 11, AZERTAC President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a letter of condolences to his Kazakh counterpart Kassym-Jomart Tokayev over heavy casualties as a result of major forest fires in Kazakhstan ’s Abai Region. “We were extremely saddened by the news of heavy....

Lukashenko extends condolences over wildfire victims in Kazakhstan

2023-06-11T11:50+0200Belta_en (en)

MINSK, 11 June (BelTA) - Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has expressed condolences to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan over the victims of the wildfires in the east of the country, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian leader.

President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev expresses condolences to President of Kazakhstan

2023-06-11T11:31+0200azernews (en)

Dear Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich, We were extremely saddened by the news of heavy casualties and serious consequences as a result of major forest fires in Abai Region. On the occasion of this tragedy, on my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I offer my profound condolences to you,....

To His Excellency Mr. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan

2023-06-11T10:59+0200azertag (en)

Dear Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich, We were extremely saddened by the news of heavy casualties and serious consequences as a result of major forest fires in Abai Region. On the occasion of this tragedy, on my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I offer my profound condolences to you,....

At least 14 killed in wildfires in east Kazakhstan: Report

2023-06-11T09:47+0200aa-en (en)

ISTANBUL. The death toll in major forest fires in Kazakhstan ’s eastern Abai Region has risen to 14, according to local media reports on Saturday. “The bodies of 11 more people were found during the search operations,” state-run news agency Kazinform reported citing the country’s Emergency Situations Ministry.

14 killed in wildfires in Kazakhstan

2023-06-11T06:53+0200cgtn (en)

Fourteen people have died in major forest fires in the Abai Region of Kazakhstan , the Ministry of Emergency Situations said on June 10, the country's highest such toll in years. "In total, 14 bodies have been found," said the ministry in a statement, having previously announced a search for trapped....

3 killed in wildfires in eastern Kazakhstan

2023-06-11T04:55+0200uniindia (en)

Astana, June 10 (UNI) Three people have died with 11 reportedly missing in forest fires that broke out Thursday in the Abai region, eastern Kazakhstan , according to local media. More than 800 people have participated in firefighting, search and rescue work. Around 700 residents have been evacuated and shelters have been set up.

At least 3 killed in wildfires in Eastern Kazakhstan

2023-06-11T03:37+0200thesundaily (en)

ASTANA : Three people have died with 11 reportedly missing in forest fires that broke out Thursday in the Abai region, eastern Kazakhstan , reported Xinhua, citing local media. More than 800 people have participated in firefighting, search and rescue work. Around 700 residents have been evacuated and shelters have been set up.

Kazakhstan forest fires kill 14

2023-06-11T03:03+0200thenews-pk (en)

ASTANA, Kazakhstan : Fourteen people have died in major forest fires in northeastern Kazakhstan, the emergency situations ministry said on Saturday, the Central Asian country´s highest such toll in years. “In total, 14 bodies have been found,” the ministry said in a statement, having previously....

Kazakhstan forest fires claim 14 lives, 60,000 hectares scorched

2023-06-11T01:27+0200phuketgazette (en)

A total of 14 individuals have lost their lives in devastating forest fires that have swept through northeastern Kazakhstan , marking the highest death toll from such incidents in recent years. Over the weekend, the emergency situations ministry revealed that 316 people were evacuated, and the....

14 die in Kazakhstan forest fires

2023-06-11T00:59+0200brecorder (en)

ASTANA, ( Kazakhstan ): Fourteen people have died in major forest fires in northeastern Kazakhstan, the emergency situations ministry said on Saturday, the Central Asian country’s highest such toll in years. “In total, 14 bodies have been found,” the ministry said in a statement, having previously....

At least 3 killed in wildfires in eastern Kazakhstan

2023-06-10T23:44+0200english-news-cn (en)

ASTANA, June 10 (Xinhua) -- Three people have died with 11 reportedly missing in forest fires that broke out Thursday in the Abai region, eastern Kazakhstan , according to local media. More than 800 people have participated in firefighting, search and rescue work. Around 700 residents have been evacuated and shelters have been set up.

At least 3 killed in wildfires in eastern Kazakhstan

2023-06-10T23:39+0200xinhuanet-english (en)

ASTANA, June 10 (Xinhua) -- Three people have died with 11 reportedly missing in forest fires that broke out Thursday in the Abai region, eastern Kazakhstan , according to local media. More than 800 people have participated in firefighting, search and rescue work. Around 700 residents have been evacuated and shelters have been set up.

14 reportedly died in Kazakhstan forest fires: official

2023-06-10T23:16+0200wn (en)

Astana, Kazakhstan , (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 11th Jun, 2023 ) :At least a total of 14 people have been died in a major forest fires in northeastern Kazakhstan, the emergency situations ministry said on Saturday, the Central Asian country's highest such toll in the years.

14 reportedly died in Kazakhstan forest fires: official

2023-06-10T22:39+0200urdupoint (en)

Astana, Kazakhstan , (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 11th Jun, 2023 ) :At least a total of 14 people have been died in a major forest fires in northeastern Kazakhstan , the emergency situations ministry said on Saturday, the Central Asian country's highest such toll in the years.

Kazakhstan forest fires kill 14 with 60,000 hectares of land destroyed

2023-06-10T22:35+0200wn (en)

Fourteen people die in major forest fires in north-eastern Kazakhstan , the emergency situations ministry says — the Central Asian country's highest such toll in years. ......

Kazakhstan forest fires kill 14 with 60,000 hectares of land destroyed

2023-06-10T22:03+0200abc-au (en)

Fourteen people have died in major forest fires in north-eastern Kazakhstan , the emergency situations ministry said, in the Central Asian country's highest such toll in years. Key points: Some 60,000 hectares of land were destroyed, with 1,000 firefighters joining emergency efforts; Earlier, Kazakh....

Fourteen die in Kazakhstan forest fires: report

2023-06-10T19:52+0200cgtn (en)

Fourteen people have died in major forest fires in northeastern Kazakhstan , the emergency situations ministry said on Saturday. "In total, 14 bodies have been found," the ministry said in a statement, having previously announced it was searching for trapped forest rangers as fires consumed 60,000 hectares (148,000 acres) of land.

Fourteen people killed in Kazakhstan forest fires

2023-06-10T19:50+0200newsnow-co-uk (en)

Fourteen people have died in major forest fires in northeastern Kazakhstan , the Central Asian country’s highest such toll in years. The emergency situations ministry said on Saturday that 316 people had been evacuated but the situation was under control and homes safe, despite the high temperature....

Fourteen die in Kazakhstan forest fires: report

2023-06-10T19:50+0200newsnow-co-uk (en)

Fourteen people have died in major forest fires in northeastern Kazakhstan , the emergency situations ministry said on Saturday. "In total, 14 bodies have been found," the ministry said in a statement, having previously announced it was searching for trapped forest rangers as fires consumed 60,000 hectares (148,000 acres) of land.

Fourteen people killed in Kazakhstan forest fires

2023-06-10T19:31+0200wn (en)

Fourteen people have died in major forest fires in northeastern Kazakhstan , the Central Asian country’s highest such toll in years. The emergency situations ministry said on Saturday that 316 people had been evacuated but the situation was under control and homes safe, despite the high temperature....

Fourteen people killed in Kazakhstan forest fires

2023-06-10T19:26+0200aljazeera-en (en)

Fourteen people have died in major forest fires in northeastern Kazakhstan , the Central Asian country’s highest such toll in years. The emergency situations ministry said on Saturday that 316 people had been evacuated but the situation was under control and homes safe, despite the high temperature....

Death toll from wildfires in Kazakhstan reaches 14

2023-06-10T19:01+0200trendnews-az (en)

BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 10 . The death toll from wildfires in Kazakhstan has reached 14, reports. Around 250 pieces of equipment and 11 helicopters have been involved in extinguishing the fire, which spread over 60,000 hectares in a short period of time.

Fourteen die in Kazakhstan forest fires

2023-06-10T18:31+0200straitstimesSG (en)

ASTANA - Fourteen people have died in major forest fires in northeastern Kazakhstan , the emergency situations ministry said on Saturday, the Central Asian country’s highest such toll in years. “In total, 14 bodies have been found,” the ministry said in a statement, having previously announced it was....

At least 3 killed in wildfires in eastern Kazakhstan

2023-06-10T18:11+0200wn (en)

ASTANA, June 10 (Xinhua) -- Three people have died with 11 reportedly missing in forest fires that broke out Thursday in the Abai region, eastern Kazakhstan , according to local media.

Putin offers condolences to Tokayev over major wildfires in Kazakhstan

2023-06-10T18:04+0200itartass_en (en)

MOSCOW, June 10. /TASS/. Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered his condolences to Kazakhstan ’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev over massive forest fires raging in the country, according to Putin’s telegram posted on the Kremlin on Saturday. "Dear Kassym-Jomart Kemeleevich, please accept the....

Fourteen die in Kazakhstan forest fires: Official

2023-06-10T17:54+0200alarabiya-en (en)

Fourteen people have died in major forest fires in northeastern Kazakhstan , the emergency situations ministry said on Saturday, the Central Asian country’s highest such toll in years. “In total, 14 bodies have been found,” the ministry said in a statement, having previously announced it was....

Kazakhstan-fire lead

2023-06-10T17:53+0200nampa (en)

Fourteen die in Kazakhstan forest fires: official Astana, Kazakhstan, June 10, 2023 (AFP) - Fourteen people have died in major forest fires in northeastern Kazakhstan, the emergency situations ministry said on Saturday, the Central Asian country's highest such toll in years.

At least 3 killed in wildfires in eastern Kazakhstan

2023-06-10T17:52+0200china.org.cn (en)

ASTANA, June 10 (Xinhua) -- Three people have died with 11 reportedly missing in forest fires that broke out Thursday in the Abai region, eastern Kazakhstan , according to local media. More than 800 people have participated in firefighting, search and rescue work. Around 700 residents have been evacuated and shelters have been set up.

At least 3 killed in wildfires in eastern Kazakhstan

2023-06-10T17:45+0200nampa (en)

Contributed by NAMPA / Xinhua. ASTANA, June 10 (Xinhua) -- Three people have died with 11 reportedly missing in forest fires that broke out Thursday in the Abai region, eastern Kazakhstan , according to local media. More than 800 people have participated in firefighting, search and rescue work.

AFP - Kazakhstan-fire

2023-06-10T17:20+0200nampa (en)

URGENT Fourteen die in Kazakhstan forest fires: official Astana, Kazakhstan, June 10, 2023 (AFP) - Fourteen people have died in major forest fires in northeastern Kazakhstan, the Central Asian country's emergency situations ministry said on Saturday. "In total, 14 bodies have been found," the....

The situation in the area of forest fires in Kazakhstan has stabilized – Ministry of Emergency Situations

2023-06-10T11:17+0200morningexpress (en)

The situation at the site of the fire in the Abay region of the eastern part of Kazakhstan has stabilized. This was announced by the Chairman of the Fire Service Committee of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan Nurbolat Derbisov. “At present, the situation at the site of the fire has stabilized.

Army aviation involved in extinguishing forest fires in Kazakhstan

2023-06-09T15:42+0200morningexpress (en)

Extinguishing large forest fires in the Abay region in the eastern part of Kazakhstan continues. The forces and means of the state fire service are assisting the forestry in extinguishing the fire, the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan reported. Extinguishing the fire in the Abay region continues at 6 sites.

Siberian Heatwave: Record Breaking Temperatures and Forest Fires in Russia’s Far East

2023-06-09T05:50+0200archyde (en)

2023.06.09 Fri posted at 10:41 JST. (CNN) Siberia in Russia’s Far East is experiencing record-breaking temperatures of over 37.7 degrees Celsius. It’s only the beginning of June, but Siberia has been shrouded in an unusual heatwave, with temperatures soaring.

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