18.04.2025, 15:32 49361

2 killed in minivan crash near Karaganda

Two passengers were killed in a road accident involving a minivan near Karaganda on April 18, Kazinform News Agency reports.

The incident occurred at approximately 5:30 a.m. on the Almaty-Karaganda highway, about 25 kilometers from the city.

A Toyota Alphard minivan reportedly veered off the road and overturned into a ditch after the driver lost control. Both passengers died at the scene.

A criminal investigation has been launched , and the forensic examination is currently underway.

The Karaganda Regional Police Department urges all drivers to strictly follow traffic regulations, to take regular breaks during long trips and use designated rest areas to avoid fatigue-related accidents.
 

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22.04.2025, 21:25 45456

4 killed in overturned vehicle crash in Almaty region

A crash involving an overturned vehicle Monday left four people dead on Almaty-Bishkek highway in Almaty region, Kazinform News Agency correspondent reports.

An investigation into the accident has been launched, the police department of Almaty region noted.

A crash occurred on April 21 at km 86 of Almaty-Bishkek highway after a 22-year-old driver of Land Rover Range Rover had lost control of the vehicle and it rolled upside down. As a result of the accident, the driver and two passengers of the vehicle died on spot, another passenger died in hospital, said the police department.
 

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22.04.2025, 11:10 47881

Two teens killed in West Kazakhstan road accident

Two teenagers were killed in a road accident in the West Kazakhstan region on April 21, Kazinform News Agency reports.

The incident occurred at approximately 11:00 a.m. on the Peremyotnoye-Beles highway within the Bayterek district.

The collision impact between a Jac N56 and a VAZ-2110 resulted in the immediate death of the VAZ-2110’s driver and passengers-teenagers born in 2008 and 2010.

The regional police department has launched a criminal investigation to determine the circumstances of the accident.

 Authorities have extended their heartfelt condolences to the victims’ families and are urging parents to pay close attention to their children’s safety.
 

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28.03.2025, 17:38 76171

Fresh earthquake hits Kazakhstan’s Zhambyl region

Fresh earthquake hits Kazakhstan’s Zhambyl region
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Mild tremors were felt in Zhambyl region after a 5.0-magnitude earthquake jolted the region at 03:42 am today, Kazinform News Agency correspondent reports.

The network of seismic stations of the Kazakh Emergencies Ministry recorded an earthquake at 4:00pm Astana time today in Zhambyl region. The magnitude of the earthquake is yet to be determined.

According to preliminary estimates, the epicenter of the earthquake was in Kyrgyzstan.

No injuries and damage were reported.

Earlier it was reported that a 5.0-magnitude earthquake jolted Kazakhstan.
 

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28.03.2025, 08:40 75946

5.0M earthquake jolts Kazakhstan

The network of seismic stations of the Kazakh Emergencies Ministry recorded an earthquake on March 28 at 03:42 a.m., Kazinform News Agency reports.

The earthquake was centered 323 km southwest of Almaty.

People felt a 5.0 magnitude quake in Merke village, 4.0 magnitude in Kulan village, and 2.0 in Shu town, Tole bi village, in the city of Taraz, and Korday village.

No damages or casualties were reported.

Vice Minister of Emergencies of Kazakhstan Batyrbek Abdyshev held a working meeting via a videoconferencing with regional departments.

According to the Emergencies Ministry, the situation remains stable.
 

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27.03.2025, 19:14 79656

4 Kazakhstanis die in car accident in S. Korea

Four Kazakhstani nationals died after a car fell off a ledge on the Seohaean Expressway early Thursday in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi, South Korea, Kazinform News Agency reports.

According to Korea JoongAng Daily, a Mercedes-Benz carrying the four individuals crashed into the railing on the right side of the road in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi, around 12:30 a.m. The car then fell several meters and burst into flames after impact.

Fire crews were dispatched immediately to reports of a vehicle on fire and put out the flames within 30 minutes of the accident. The four men were found deceased on the spot.

An investigation in ongoing into the exact circumstances of the crash.
 

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20.03.2025, 22:05 101246

One dead after gold mine collapse in Akmola region

One dead after gold mine collapse in Akmola region
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A 40-year-old miner died and a 36-year-old miner was injured Thursday morning following a rock collapse inside the Zapadnaya shaft of Bestobe mine in Akmola region, Kazinform News Agency correspondent reports.

Akmola region’s department of the State Labor Inspectorate said the incident involving two miners of the Bestobe Mine branch operated by Kazakhaltyn took place at 10:35am on March 19 2025 in Stepnogorsk town.

The miners were brought to the surface at 1:30pm. The lone survivor was provided medical assistance and taken to a hospital in Stepnogorsk. The body of another miner was brought out for a post-mortem examination, said the department.

According to the department’s head Amangeldy Smailov, a special commission was set up to investigate the causes of the incident.

The police department of Akmola region informed that a criminal investigation has been launched into the death of the miner.

Earlier it was reported that an employee had died Wedne
 

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19.03.2025, 19:52 103846

Worker dies in accident at Kazakhmys mine in Ulytau region

Worker dies in accident at Kazakhmys mine in Ulytau region
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An employee has died Wednesday at East-Zhezkazgan mine operated by Kazakhmys Group of Companies in Ulytau region, Kazinform News Agency has learnt from the press service of the company.

A worker born in 1994 died of sustained injuries after falling into No.57 mine shaft while unloading equipment and supplies. The incident is being investigated. A special commission has been established to investigate the incident, said the company’s press service.

Kazakhmys extended condolences to the family members and close ones of the worker died, pledging to provide all necessary assistance.

Later, Kazakhmys Group of Companies announced suspension of all high-risk technological processes starting today in response to an increase in the number of incidents at its production facilities.

The company is set to carry out safety inspections at mining facilities following which operations will be resumed.

Seven miners were killed this February at Zhomart mine belonging to Kazakhmys in Ulytau region.
 

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17.03.2025, 19:48 80526

One dead, two injured in avalanche at Almaty’s Shymbulak

One dead, two injured in avalanche at Almaty’s Shymbulak
The Ski Resort Shymbulak reported a human-triggered avalanche, killing one, Kazinform News Agency correspondent reports.

The Emergency Situations Department said on Monday that the police had received a report from the Ski Resort Shymbulak of a human-triggered avalanche near the Komsomol peak, located 1 km from the resort.

Three people were skiing in a no-go area one kilometer apart from the Ski Resort Shymbulak on the Levyi Talgar Pass near Lake Nunatak, Talgar district, said the authorities.

According to the press service of the Emergency Situations Department, three freeriders, who had triggered an avalanche, were buried under the snow. Two skiers involved in the accident survived, with one found dead. Their identities are still unknown.

The rescuers warn of avalanche threats in mountainous areas, as tourists and outdoor enthusiasts are advised to exercise caution and read the avalanche forecast ahead of time.
 

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