Kazakh officials have confirmed that there were no casualties reported in the earthquake that occurred in Almaty
Almaty city experienced an earthquake on January 23 at 12:09 a.m. Astana time. According to Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov, there were no fatalities or severe damage reported as a result of the earthquake. This information is based on statements from the Prime Minister's press service.
An earthquake occurred in Almaty with the epicenter located 264 kilometers southeast of the city on the border of the Kyrgyz Republic and China. The seismic activity included a magnitude 2 shockwave at 12:42 a.m. and an imperceptible one at 01:36 a.m.
As of 7 a.m., Kazakhstan experienced three seismic events. The maximum perceptibility in Almaty was recorded as 5, Shymkent had a recording of 2, the Zhambyl Region registered 2-3, and the Zhetisu Region noted 4 points.
While there were no reported casualties, eight people sustained injuries due to impulsive actions, jumping from the second and third floors in panic amidst the absence of timely information. They were promptly taken to city hospitals.
The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of timely warnings and clear instructions for citizens in such situations.
A national operational headquarters, led by the Minister of Emergency Situations, has been established. Hotlines with psychological support and reception points have been set up for the affected population.
The state civil protection system in the regions has been put on high alert, with command and staff vehicles deployed, rescue units mobilized, and the public warning system prepared for immediate response.
The seismic forecasting commission reported that strong and destructive earthquakes are not expected in Almaty. Residents of the region are urged not to panic and to trust only official sources.
