Ice will be cut in Kurgan on Tobol before the flood

Starting from Thursday, March 6, ice on the Tobol River will be cut in Kurgan as part of the spring flood. Work traditionally starts at the dam, the press service of the Water Union organization reports.

Ice sawing is necessary to prevent ice jams during a flood and reduce the risks of flooding of hydraulic structures and coastal areas. It is a safer and more cost-effective method compared to traditional ice explosions.

Similar work will continue on March 7 near Kirovsky Bridge, writes IA " ". In total, it is planned to cut more than 23 thousand square meters of ice to evenly melt and reduce the load on the river.

As noted in the resource supply organization, this year the ice thickness is significantly lower than last year's figures. As of March 4, it is 37 centimeters, which is 13 cm less than last year's figures. The amount of snow has also decreased by almost half.