Avalanche danger in S Kazakhstan, Almaty regions persists

ASTANA. KAZINFORM Avalanche danger persists in mountains of Almaty and South Kazakhstan regions, according to Kazhydromet.

"Due to deep snow cover (80-170 cm) in the mountainous areas of Almaty and South Kazakhstan regions (above 2600 meters) during the period of May 3-31, snow avalanches are possible to occur," the report reads.

It is not recommended to hold sports and cultural events in the highland zone during this period.