Orange alert level for January 2

The government of Kazakhstan announced an orange-level weather alert on January 2. During the night and morning of January 2, difficult weather conditions are forecast across the country: heavy snow, blizzards, snowdrifts on roads, and strong southern winds with gusts of 15-18 m/s. Regional governors and emergency services have urged citizens to exercise caution, check weather forecasts, and avoid unnecessary travel. Meteorological services noted that snowfall could reach 20-30 cm, and snowdrifts exceeding 200 meters in length are expected on some road sections.

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An orange-level danger signifies heightened government attention: under such conditions, emergency services work to ensure public safety.