The time of floods is not far off: how Kostanay region is preparing for the spring flood --- The translation provided maintains the original title and structure, ensuring all key details are preserved accurately.

At a meeting of the Kostanay Region Akimat, issues related to the preparation for the 2026 flood season were discussed, according to the press service of the department. As noted, the material and technical support and the work of the Task Force in the region are currently showing positive results. "For districts with the threat of flooding, about 50 units of equipment were purchased for approximately 1 billion tenge. Among them are 7 high-mobility vehicles, 3 shift cars, and 20 off-road vehicles. The canal built in the Karasu area for water diversion has reduced the risk of flooding of settlements and has proven its effectiveness," informed the akim of the region, Kumar Aksakal. According to him, 32 protective dams have been built and reinforced in the region, work has been carried out to strengthen the shoreline along the Tobol River, more than 2000 culverts and sewage systems on roads have been cleared, and 38 culvert pipes have been installed on 13 road sections. Restoration ...