In eastern Kazakhstan, a tractor operator drove onto the ice of the Bukhtarma reservoir to clear snow from a crossing. The four‑ton machine unexpectedly broke through the brittle surface and plunged into the water within seconds. A warning sign had previously indicated that devices heavier than 1.5 tons were not allowed on the ice, adding a stark contrast to the urgent rescue effort that followed as the tractor moved to assist other vehicles stranded on the reservoir.
The driver survived the ordeal, leaping from the sinking MTZ-82 as the ice gave way. It appears that only a few days of thaws had weakened the ice enough to create danger for heavy equipment. In the summer, locals move across the reservoir by ferry, but in winter the harsh frost demands waiting and patience rather than riskier travel. The situation underscores how different seasons dictate the safest means of crossing the water body for residents and travelers alike.
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A source: Tengrinews
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