Extreme Weather Alert Issued across 10 Regions of Kazakhstan

Road safety authorities in Kazakhstan have urged motorists to refrain from long-distance travel as snow, freezing rain, and hazardous black ice sweep across ten regions of the country.

According to a weather advisory released by the national road operator KazAvtoZhol at 7:00 PM on November 9, challenging weather conditions are expected overnight and through the morning of November 10. The affected territories include the Akmola, Abai, Aktobe, Pavlodar, Karaganda, Kyzylorda, Mangystau, Ulytau, North Kazakhstan, and East Kazakhstan regions.

Officials are advising drivers to adjust their travel plans, strictly adhere to speed limits, and maintain a safe follow distance.

Road safety experts emphasized the extreme danger of driving on summer tires under these conditions. Summer rubber loses traction on icy surfaces, drastically reducing vehicle control and increasing the risk of serious road accidents.

KazAvtoZhol confirmed that maintenance crews are working around the clock to treat and clear affected highways. Motorists can check real-time road conditions and traffic restrictions by calling the 1403 call center.