Russia evacuates 4,000 people after dam bursts, floods near Kazakh border
Severe flooding in Russia prompts evacuation of over 4,000 people.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Authorities in Russia have evacuated over 4,000 people in the Orenburg region following flooding caused by a dam breach near the Kazakhstan border after heavy rainfall. More than 2,500 homes were affected, and Orsk, a city of 230,000, faced significant challenges. The Ural river in Orenburg also experienced dangerous water levels. Footage showed residents being rescued in lifeboats. A criminal case has been opened over the dam breach due to negligence. The flooding has impacted various regions in Russia and Kazakhstan, with the Kazakh President highlighting the severity of the situation.