Record Floods in Russia and Kazakhstan Lead to Mass Evacuations

Over 125,000 people have been displaced as rivers reach historic levels, with the situation expected to worsen in the coming days.

More than 125,000 people have been evacuated from Russia's Kurgan region and northern Kazakhstan due to unprecedented flooding.
Flooding in the Kurgan region is expected to peak on Monday, with the Tobol River rising sharply and threatening further damage.
In Kazakhstan, over 108,000 people have been evacuated and more than 1,000 homes submerged in the city of Petropavlovsk.
Authorities warn of continued risks as water levels in rivers are still rising, posing threats to additional areas.
Emergency measures and evacuations are ongoing, with local governments and international aid agencies mobilizing to assist affected residents.