Energy Minister updates on Boysun gas leak crisis efforts
The Boysun M-25 gas field in Uzbekistan is facing a hazardous gas leak situation that has yet to be resolved. Emergency teams at the site, led by Minister of Energy Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov, require an additional two to three days of preparation to address the leak effectively. Despite significant progress, the situation remains challenging.
International experts and advanced equipment have been brought in to manage the gas leak at the Boysun gas field. If current efforts fail, alternative measures may take up to 2-3 months to complete.
Mirzamakhmudov provided an update on the situation during a podcast, explaining that the leak, containing high levels of hydrogen sulfide, started on September 1st and is still not fully under control.
Efforts to contain the leak involve foreign specialists and renowned companies such as Cudd Well Control, Halliburton, Schlumberger, and Azerbaijan’s SOCAR. Safety protocols are in place to protect the specialists working at the site, with plans to install a new device to seal the well completely in the coming days.
Addressing concerns about communication and support for Boysun residents, Mirzamakhmudov assured that emergency services, medical brigades, and technical teams were mobilized promptly after the incident. Residents were evacuated, provided with meals and shelter, and monitoring systems were installed to track gas levels.
Financial compensation is being provided to affected families by the gas field operator and drilling company, though the exact amount was not disclosed.
There were also acknowledgments of a breakdown in public communication during the crisis, leading to rumors and panic. Despite these challenges, essential services were provided to evacuees, and ongoing investigations are being conducted into the recent incident that resulted in the tragic deaths of four workers.
Efforts continue to contain the gas leak at the Boysun M-25 gas field, with a focus on ensuring the safety and well-being of all involved.
