Torrential downpours led to an inundation of water.
Storm chaos leaves Kokchetav residents in a lurch: Streets drowned, infrastructure damaged, reports Liter.kz
City dwellers are throwing the towel in after the storm, as streets got flooded, infrastructure and malls were wrecked, reports Liter.kz.
According to sinegor.kz, one of the hardest-hit spots was Zhunusova Street, nestled in the central market area. Powerful water flow had mercilessly submerged cars almost halfway. Traffic came to a standstill, and local residents had no choice but to slosh through the flooded grounds.
The new amphitheater on the Zhaiakau embankment didn't fare much better. Wicked winds swept the structures away, leaving the stage standing alone, bereft of its canopy.
The "Rio" shopping center wasn't spared either. A bona fide flood took place there, with water streaming down from the ceiling onto the floor floor.
Photo: Instagram/sinegor.kz
Kokchetav residents voiced their frustrations over the city's drainage system quality and the tardy reaction to such weather incidents.
Previous storm warnings spewed by meteorologists for almost the entire country on June 15 had been forecasted.
As for the city authorities' actions to tackle drainage issues and enhance response to weather events post-storm, little to no information is publicly available. It's possible that the data is confined to local or official reports untouchable in the search results. To delve deeper into this event, it's advisable to sift through local news sources or contact the city's official authorities or local government websites for a better understanding of the situation.
- Unsurprisingly, climate-change and weather-forecasting may have played a significant role in the recent storm in Kokchetav, as previous warnings were issued days prior.
- The catastrophic event underscores the severe impact of climate change and environmental-science on urban areas, as city dwellers struggle with flooded streets and damaged infrastructure.
- Furthermore, science-based solutions, such as improving drainage systems and responses to weather events, could be crucial for the city's future resilience in the face of heavy weather and climate change.
