Locations19 May 2026, Osh Region — The Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) are continuing their joint efforts to strengthen the national system for monitoring, forecasting, and early warning of climate-related emergencies.
UNDP and the Ministry of Emergency Situations Strengthen Climate and Natural Risk Monitoring System in Osh Region
May 18, 2026
UNDP Kyrgyzstan
As part of this cooperation, a new component of the early warning system has been commissioned in the village of Ozgur in the Osh region, within the Ak-Buura River basin. The installation will expand hydrological monitoring capacities and enhance the preparedness of emergency response services for floods, mudflows, and other natural hazards.
The Ak-Buura River is of critical importance for the city of Osh and surrounding communities. Amid increasing climate risks — including intense precipitation, sudden changes in water regimes, and mudflow activity — timely and reliable data are becoming essential for protecting populations, infrastructure, and local livelihoods.
The event was attended by Daniyar Taalaybek uulu, Deputy Director of the Monitoring and Forecasting Department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Patrick Haverman, UNDP Deputy Resident Representative in the Kyrgyz Republic.
“Strengthening the monitoring system on the Ak-Buura River is highly important for Osh city and nearby areas. Timely information enables emergency services to assess risks more rapidly, make informed decisions, and provide early warnings to communities,”said Daniyar Taalaybek uulu.
The new monitoring component was installed with UNDP support and through the joint efforts of government institutions and local partners aimed at strengthening disaster risk management and climate change adaptation.
“Early warning is not only about equipment. It is a system that connects data, forecasting, operational response, and public trust. In the context of climate change, such solutions help governments and local communities act proactively, reduce potential losses, and protect people’s lives,”noted Patrick Haverman.
UNDP continues to support the Kyrgyz Republic in advancing modern approaches to climate and disaster risk management. Previously, elements of the monitoring and early warning system were installed in the communities of Barpy, Maidan, Zhany-Nookat, and Orozbekov, as well as in the Issyk-Kul region. Together, these measures contribute to expanding the observation network, strengthening the capacity of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, and increasing the resilience of vulnerable areas.
UNDP will continue supporting national and local partners in developing early warning systems, introducing innovative solutions for climate resilience, and strengthening community preparedness for emergencies. In an era of growing climate risks, the advantage belongs not to those who react to the loudest, but to those who identify threats early and are prepared in advance.
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