MES prevents flooding consequences in Zaqatala, Balakan, and Agstafa

INCIDENT08.07.2026
MES prevents flooding consequences in Zaqatala, Balakan, and Agstafa

Following intensive rains, the Ministry of Emergency Situations’ “112” hotline received reports regarding the flooding of courtyards of some private residential houses and other areas in a number of settlements in Zaqatala, Balakan, and Agstafa districts.

This was reported to elchi by the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

It was stated that in this regard, the relevant forces of the North-West Regional Center of the MES, Civil Defense Troops, and the State Fire Protection Service were immediately dispatched to the areas to take necessary measures.

Currently, the forces of the Ministry of Emergency Situations are continuing the work of pumping out water from the flooded areas and taking other necessary safety measures.