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Rescuer Drowns During Search for Teenager in Kyrgyzstan's Talas River

From 24.kg · () Russian

Translated from Russian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A rescuer drowned while searching for a teenager swept away by the Talas River in Kyrgyzstan.
  • The search operation involves over 400 personnel from various agencies and local residents.
  • Authorities have requested the public, including volunteers, to refrain from participating in the search for safety reasons.

A tragic incident has occurred in Kyrgyzstan's Talas region, where a rescuer lost his life during the ongoing search for a teenager swept away by the Talas River. The volunteer rescuer drowned while participating in the extensive operation.

According to Ernat Dzhumayev, the presidential envoy for the region, the river's current volume and depth, reaching several meters in places, pose significant dangers. The search efforts are continuing, utilizing specialized equipment and personnel from the Ministry of Emergency Situations and the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Over 400 individuals, including police officers, emergency responders, and local residents, are involved in the large-scale search. However, authorities have issued a strong advisory, urging volunteers, activists, and other citizens to avoid participating in the search and rescue efforts due to the hazardous conditions. This measure is intended to ensure public safety during the critical operation.

The volume of water in the river is large, and in some places the depth reaches several meters.

— Ermat DzhumayevThe presidential envoy for the region described the dangerous conditions of the Talas River during the search operation.
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Originally published by 24.kg in Russian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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