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Gas flaring was initiated at Kazakhstan's Tengiz oil field following a fire on January 18 that involved two transformers, leading to a suspension of oil production at both the Tengiz and Korolev fields. Although there were no casualties, air quality measurements indicated hydrogen sulfide and carbon monoxide levels significantly exceeded permissible limits. A special commission from Kazakhstan's Energy Ministry has been formed to investigate the incident, while environmental inspections have yet to commence.