Eight individuals in need of medical attention were admitted to hospitals from a temporary accommodation point in flood-damaged Orsk. This information was released by the prosecutor’s office for the Orenburg region. [Citation: Prosecutor’s Office of the Orenburg region]
The report notes that the Deputy Prosecutor General of the Orenburg region coordinated support to ensure the eight citizens at the temporary detention facility of Orsk School No. 15 received necessary care. [Citation: Prosecutor’s Office of the Orenburg region]
Additionally, prosecutors assisted two Orsk residents who faced serious health issues. The men requested access to essential medications, and help was secured to obtain them. [Citation: Prosecutor’s Office of the Orenburg region]
On April 4, the Orenburg region declared a state of emergency in response to spring floods. The following day, a dam in Orsk broke, worsening the flood conditions. [Citation: Orenburg regional authorities]
There was a report issued on April 16 about a village near Orsk, Tukai, where evacuation efforts were announced. The likely cause of the flooding appears linked to the overflow of a dam on a private reservoir near the border with Kazakhstan. Water is expected to reach Tukai and potentially flow toward Orsk along the Mendybai riverbed. [Citation: regional emergency services]
Officials mention that residents were advised on how to prepare for emergencies, including creating an emergency kit and planning for rapid evacuation. The guidance covers steps for securing essential documents, medications, and basic supplies to help families respond effectively to flood risks. [Citation: regional emergency management authorities]
The events in Orsk underscore the impact of flooding on public health and safety. Local authorities and prosecutorial offices collaborated to provide medical access, facilitate medication delivery, and coordinate evacuation and shelter procedures. Citizens were urged to stay informed through official channels and follow safety directives issued during the crisis. [Citation: regional government communications]