Dam Breach in Yakutia Threatens Ice Harvesting and Winter Travel Routes
A breach at the Kladbishchenskaya Dam near Kharbala 2 village in Yakutia has raised concerns about ice harvesting and winter travel. The incident, which occurred on November 5, has led to repair preparations with work scheduled to begin on November 7.
The breach is 4 meters wide and 30-40 centimeters deep, posing no immediate risk of flooding to nearby settlements. Yakutia’s Rescue Service is closely monitoring the situation, with responders already on-site. While there's no imminent danger, the incident may complicate ice harvesting and disrupt travel along the winter road. The name of the leading authority responsible for the repair works remains unspecified.
Repair preparations are underway, with restoration work set to commence on November 7. Despite the breach, there's no immediate threat of flooding. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation to ensure public safety.
