Rain and thunderstorms to hit Kazakhstan: storm warning issued in Astana and 15 regions

Kazakhstan is bracing for significant weather disruptions as rain and thunderstorms are forecast to sweep across the nation. Astana and 15 other regions are under storm warnings, with expectations of heavy rain, hail, and strong winds gusting up to 20-25 meters per second in some areas.

The volatile weather poses a high fire danger across much of the country. Extreme fire danger is specifically noted in the southeast of Aktobe, and the south and east of Ulytau Region. In the mountainous zones of the Ile-Alatau mountains near Almaty, the heavy rainfall raises concerns about potential mudflows.

Regions like Almaty, Almaty Region, Aktobe, Ulytau, Karaganda, and Abai are all anticipating varied conditions, including dust storms, squalls, and intense heat in some western and southern parts of Aktobe. The forecast indicates a challenging period ahead as the country navigates these severe weather conditions.