Residents of Almaty and Zhetysu regions felt earthquake
Tengrinews.kz - An earthquake occurred close to midnight in the Zhetysu region, according to Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES).
Residents of Almaty and Konaev in the Almaty region also reported feeling tremors.
"On November 25, 2024, at 11:45 p.m. Astana time, the seismic stations network of the National Scientific Center for Seismological Observations and Research under Kazakhstan’s MES recorded an earthquake in the Zhetysu region," the agency said in a statement.
No casualties or damage have been reported, the MES added.
Further details revealed that the earthquake's epicenter was located 257 kilometers northeast of Almaty.
The estimated intensity of the tremors in various locations was as follows:
Almaty: 2 points
Zharkent: 3 points
Chundzha village: 4 points
Tekeli: 3 points
Kyrgyzsai village: 2 points
Karabulak settlement: 2 points
Zhansugurov village: 2 points
Kokpek village: 2 points
Sarkand city: 2 points
Taldykorgan: 2 points
Specialists from "Kazselezashchita" Agency conducted monitoring of riverbeds, hydraulic structures, landslide-prone, and mudflow-prone areas. Additionally, they visually inspected critical infrastructure for potential damage.
According to the MES, no damage was found, and all facilities are operating as usual.
"No information about casualties or destruction has been received. The situation remains stable," the ministry’s press service stated.
10 simple steps to follow during an earthquake:
Stay calm.
Avoid using elevators or stairs during tremors.
Move away from furniture, windows, and chandeliers.
Seek shelter in a sturdy and secure spot. On higher floors, take cover near corners of load-bearing walls.
Exit the building after the shaking stops (for multi-story buildings).
Turn off water, gas, and electricity.
Grab your pre-prepared emergency kit.
Stay away from power lines, buildings, and trees.
Be prepared for aftershocks.
Assist the elderly and individuals with disabilities.
Earlier, a series of earthquakes struck Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and China.