Accident statistics in the first half of 2024
In January-June 2024, 681 fewer road accidents occurred in the country, or by 12.7% less than in the corresponding period of 2023. At the same time, the number of victims of natural disasters decreased by 11.8% to 931 people, the message of the State Committee of Azerbaijan. According to the same source, 333 people were killed in car accidents and 598 were injured. 86.5% of road accidents occurred on the territory of settlements. 74.5% of the dead and 73.2% of those injured in road accidents are men.
There were also 13 fatal or bodily injuries as a result of drunk driving in a car. As a result, 5 people were killed and 9 were injured.
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Azerbaijan's Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources (MENR) has reported large-scale efforts to restore forests across the country, planting tens of thousands of saplings to expand forested areas. However, critics claim that the ministry simultaneously facilitates deforestation by leasing land to private companies.
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On Sunday, December 22, changeable cloudy weather is expected in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula. Drizzle is possible during the night and morning in some areas of the peninsula. Moderate southwest winds will prevail. The air temperature will be 5-8°C at night and 9-11°C during the day, according to the National Hydrometeorological Service of the Ministry of Ecology.
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Baku, often called the "Caucasian Dubai," is increasingly known for systematic violations of residents' housing rights. During urban renovations and the construction of elegant new buildings, thousands of families in Azerbaijan’s capital have been unlawfully deprived of their homes. Many, recognizing the futility of resistance, settle for inadequate monetary compensation for their irreplaceable property. A minority, placing faith in the Housing Code, demand fair compensation from construction companies but often lose everything—both their homes and any form of recompense.
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Azerbaijani team prepares to compete in three prestigious international Olympiads The preparation of young programmers representing Azerbaijan in international Olympiads continues successfully. In collaboration with Azercell, the Ministry of Science and Education, and the Institute of Education, the latest “Informatics Camp” was held at the Baku Higher Oil School.
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