A Snow Cyclone Hit Talas

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Heavy snowfall has occurred in the Talas region.

According to a Turmush correspondent citing local residents,

the most severe situation is observed in the Aitmatov district: in the villages of Sheker and Kok-Sai, the snow cover exceeds 50 cm, and the snowfall continues. In the Manas district, in the villages of Pokrovka and Uch-Korgon, precipitation has exceeded 30 cm.

Currently, there is dense fog on the roads, which, combined with the precipitation, creates dangerous conditions for drivers.



According to Kyrgyzhydromet, on the night of February 12, snow is expected over most of the territory, while heavy precipitation is forecasted in the Jalal-Abad region.

During the day, rain and snow will occur across the country, with snowfall also expected in mountainous areas. In some parts of the Jalal-Abad and Naryn regions, precipitation will be intense. The wind will be from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s, with gusts of up to 15-20 m/s possible on the western shore of Lake Issyk-Kul.

Temperature readings:

Chui Region

night -3...+2

day +1...+6

Talas Region

night -4...+1

day 0...+5

Batken Region

night 0...+5

day +4...+9

Osh and Jalal-Abad Regions

night +1...+6

day +5...+10

Issyk-Kul Region

night 0...-5

day +2...+7

Naryn Region

night -11...-16

day 0...-5

In Bishkek, rain and snow are expected at night, with rain during the day. The wind will be from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s. Night temperatures will range from 0 to +2°, while daytime temperatures are expected to be between +3 and +5°.

In Cholpon-Ata, there will be snow at night and rain and snow during the day. Snow cover and ice will remain on the roads. The wind will also be from the west at 4-9 m/s, with nighttime temperatures ranging from 0 to -2°, and daytime temperatures reaching +4...+6°.
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