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Malfunctioning bus carrying foreign travelers stranded on a rural highway

Over fifty individuals were relocated due to evacuation orders.

Stranded Bus Carrying Foreign Passengers Experiences Mechanical Failure in Rural Area
Stranded Bus Carrying Foreign Passengers Experiences Mechanical Failure in Rural Area

Malfunctioning bus carrying foreign travelers stranded on a rural highway

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Two separate incidents involving public transportation have occurred in Kazakhstan, causing disruptions and alterations in travel plans.

In the first incident, a presidential bus traveling from Pavlodar to Astana encountered a breakdown 50 kilometers from Ereymentau. The president on board was Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Emergency services were promptly called to the scene, and the passengers were safely evacuated. Fortunately, no one among the evacuees required medical assistance.

The evacuated passengers were accommodated in the nearest settlement, and efforts are currently underway to arrange transportation to their original destinations.

In a separate incident, a bus with 50 passengers crashed into a pole in Atyrau. Emergency services arrived at the scene and ensured the safe evacuation of all passengers. Again, no one required medical attention.

As a result of these incidents, 14 additional buses have had to change their routes in Astana to accommodate the displaced passengers and maintain regular service.

These incidents serve as a reminder of the importance of maintaining the safety and reliability of public transportation systems. The authorities are working diligently to ensure that all affected passengers are properly cared for and returned to their destinations as soon as possible.

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