Tougher Fire Safety Rules Now Enforce Stricter Penalties for Violations
Stricter fire safety rules are now in place across populated areas, dachas, and garden plots. The regulations, enforced since 2006, ban open fires, waste burning, and hazardous activities near homes. Authorities have also set clear fines for those who break the rules. Under the updated guidelines, lighting fires or burning garbage is forbidden in residential zones, holiday homes, and garden plots. Barbecues, grills, and portable fire pits must be kept at least 10 metres from any structure. A fire extinguisher or 10 litres of water must also be on hand.
In protected natural areas, the rules are even tighter. Fires are only allowed in specially marked zones, at least 50 metres from buildings, and must be watched at all times. National parks follow similar restrictions, limiting barbecues to designated spots.
Penalties for violations start with a warning or a 21,625 tenge fine for first-time offenders. A repeat offence within a year doubles the fine to 43,250 tenge. Those caught breaking rules in protected areas face a much steeper penalty: 432,500 tenge. If a fire starts from a campfire or grill, the fine increases further, and the offender may have to pay for any damage caused. The regulations aim to reduce fire risks in residential and natural areas. Offenders will face fines, warnings, or compensation costs depending on the severity of the violation. Authorities continue to enforce these rules to prevent accidents and protect property.
