On August 12, a serious accident occurred during railway construction in Kazakhstan’s Qarag‘anda region. A major construction element — a beam — broke and fell onto the railway track. According to the Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ) press service, the incident happened during work operations.
Transport police have launched a criminal case under the article for violating occupational safety regulations. Investigations are ongoing.
The regional health department reported that one person with severe injuries was taken to intensive care, while three others declined medical assistance.
Experts stress the importance of strictly following safety protocols on construction sites, as such incidents pose risks not only to workers but also to the safety of the entire railway system.
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