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A youngster tumbled out of a third-story window in Balkhash, leading to a concerning incident.

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Child plummets from third storey window in Balkhash
Child plummets from third storey window in Balkhash

A youngster tumbled out of a third-story window in Balkhash, leading to a concerning incident.

In a shocking incident in Pavlodar, a child was hospitalized after falling out of a window, prompting a reminder for residents in Karaganda to take necessary safety measures. The Emergency Situations Department of Karaganda region has issued a warning to prevent similar accidents, urging residents to install window locks and move furniture away from windows to prevent children from climbing onto the window sill.

The incident in Pavlodar is not an isolated case. On August 18, in the evening, a child born in 2019 fell out of a third-floor window in Balkhash. Thankfully, the child was taken to Balkhash City Hospital and underwent surgery, with the regional health department confirming that the child's condition is now stable.

Similarly, in Kosshy, a child nearly fell out of a window while playing. The close call underscores the importance of taking child safety seriously.

To find more information about child safety measures and window fall prevention in buildings specifically in the Karaganda region, several steps can be taken:

  1. Contacting the Karaganda regional emergency situations department or local municipal authorities could provide region-specific policies, recent updates, and planned initiatives.
  2. Investigating relevant Kazakhstani legislation on child safety and building codes may include requirements for window guards or screens.
  3. Awareness campaigns in Karaganda might be accessible or adaptable for the region, with resources available from regional health departments or social services offices.
  4. Reviewing construction safety standards for practical construction or building safety guidelines applicable to window fall prevention, especially in multi-storey buildings, is important.
  5. Monitoring local Kazakhstani news portals or government announcements can provide recent developments affecting Karaganda.
  6. Identifying local NGOs, child safety advocacy groups, or community organizations in Karaganda could be useful for collaborating on or receiving information about window fall prevention efforts.

Equipping windows in apartments with special protective devices is also recommended to ensure children's safety. It is crucial to never leave children unattended, as they can easily find themselves in dangerous situations.

By taking these precautions, we can work together to ensure the safety and well-being of our children in the Karaganda region.

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