Spasteli of Almaty region told about safety measures during Epiphany bathing
About security measures during Epiphany bathing told today on the information platform " JETISÝ MEDIA»
On the territory of the Almaty region, 4 fonts for ablutions (bathing) are allocated and equipped. Taldykorgan is the river Karatal district, d/o "Red stone" (iron bridge), in Alakol district, Usharal Gorod Zhambyl street, house No. 110, and the river Tentek, in Zhambyl district Uzynagash village Abay street No. 54 "Parish Church of Kazan" and the village Aksengir river Togan. It is particularly worth noting that this year, in connection with the pandemic, there are no plans to hold mass bathing events in other cities of the region.
"Every year, on the night of January 18-19, Orthodox Christians celebrate one of the main Christian celebrations – the Epiphany, or Epiphany. The main festive rite on this day is swimming in the ice hole. Despite the frosty weather, crowds of people gather for the Epiphany to plunge into a specially equipped ice hole. Their safety is under the control of rescuers, police, doctors, " said Igor Zhukov, Deputy Head of the Emergency Department of Almaty region.
According to the speaker, in addition to the standard safety rules during swimming in the ice hole this year, it is worth observing a social distance and wearing masks.
"To plunge into cold water, no special training is required.However, for the body of those who dive into the hole once a year,diving is the strongest stress. Doctors do not advise people with chronic diseases, especially those who have suffered heart attacks and strokes, to bathe in cold water on Epiphany. It is also not recommended to take a dip in case of obesity, diseases of the urinary and nervous systems, diabetes mellitus. Swimming in the ice hole is useful only for healthy and seasoned people. In order for winter bathing not to harm your health, you need to follow the basic principles, " the speaker shared.