Factory fire in Kazakhstan leaves workers injured, rescue ongoing VIDEO

A fire at the Kazzinc facility in Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan, has been brought under control by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, with reports indicating that several people have been injured.

According to the ministry’s official Telegram channel, rescuers are currently dismantling structures and extinguishing remaining hotspots until the fire is fully eliminated.

“A search for victims is ongoing. According to preliminary information, four people are being transported to medical facilities,” the ministry added.

A total of 40 personnel and 10 units of equipment have been deployed at the site. The total area affected by the fire is still being determined.

An operational headquarters has been established, including representatives of government bodies and relevant services.

Earlier on May 5, an incident occurred at the plant when a dust collection device exploded. Emergency services are conducting search operations for possible victims.

Some media outlets reported that up to nine people may have been injured, with three in serious condition.

“One person is receiving resuscitation measures on site. Another injured individual was transported to a medical facility by company staff,” emergency services stated.

By Jeyhun Aghazada