Beloretsk metallurgical plant (JSC "BMK", included in the Group "Mechel") is preparing to pass the spring and summer flood waters. High water on the White river, on the banks of which the plant is located, is expected at the end of March.

According to the Bashkir Department of Hydrometeorology and environmental monitoring water reserves in the reservoirs is normal, but the autumn soil moisture in floodplains 50-60% higher averages. When sudden warming and heavy rainfall that may lead to increase in water level in rivers and flooding of nearby territories.

For the spring season on the BMK carried out important work to prepare for the passage of flood waters. Special attention is paid to hydrotechnical construction, through which passes water from Beloretsk reservoir: there is conducted the audit of equipment, updated measuring strips, cleared of ice protective design for delay of large debris to flood water passed freely. In case of emergency – with the threat of the flushing of the dam – created reserves booth and gravel. Experts BMK continuously monitor the level of the pond.

in Addition, on the territory of the plant will clean the storm drain inlets and drainage ditches of debris and dirt, inspect the rescue boat, prepare equipment for possible rescue operations. At the end of April for BMK will be exercises which will test the coherent interaction of the company's structure during floods.

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