585 flood-affected still staying at evacuation centers in Kulsary

Rescuers pumped out water from 2,900 homes in the town of Kulsary, Kazinform News Agency reports.

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20 homes and 10 business facilities remain inundated, the Kazakh Emergencies Ministry said in a statement.

Flood mitigation operations continue in the town.

585 people, including 279 children, are staying at temporary shelters.

As earlier reported, Atyrau region declared a local natural emergency following sever flooding.