Almaty Battles Severe Snowstorm, Citizens Join Forces to Clear Roads
Almaty, Kazakhstan's megacity, was hit by a severe snowstorm on February 24, with temperatures plummeting to -10°C. The city received 20-30 cm of snow by 9 AM, with mountainous areas getting an additional 10 cm. The city's akim is personally overseeing snow removal and flood preparation efforts.
Snow-clearing operations began at 3 AM, with road police patrols and mass snow removal planned for after the morning rush hour. Citizens and volunteers from youth resource centers and 'jasotanov' joined municipal workers to clear snow near elderly residents' homes and provide hot drinks to workers. Anti-icing materials, totalling 4,867 tons, are being used to prevent ice buildup on roads and overpasses. Sidewalks, pedestrian areas, bus stops, parking lots, and public spaces are being cleared. Snowfall is expected to continue throughout the day, according to 'Kazhydromet'. Round-the-clock snow removal monitoring is in place at local akimats.
Almaty is battling heavy snowfall, with ongoing efforts to clear roads and public spaces. The city's akim is personally overseeing these operations. Despite the challenges, citizens and volunteers are assisting municipal workers, demonstrating community spirit in the face of the snowstorm.
