TASS, December 22. The Scientific Center for Arctic Studies with the support from the Russian Arctic Development Center began creating a network of hydrogeology wells to monitor groundwater in the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Region's Salekhard, the region's governmental press service said, reporting first three wells.

"A network of water observation wells will be created on the Yamal Peninsula," the press service said. "In Salekhard, scientists from the Scientific Center for Arctic Studies with the support from the Russian Arctic Development Center have drilled the first three hydrogeology wells. They will be used to monitor the level of groundwater and its chemical composition."

The first wells between 10 to 25 meters deep were drilled in areas of the city that in terms of hydrogeology are least studied. After special equipment is installed in the wells, scientists will be able to learn the groundwater's conditions and sources. According to Anna Bashkova, a researcher at the Scientific Center for Arctic Studies, the obtained data would be a reliable basis in designing urban infrastructures.

The region also continues the geo-technical monitoring of the permafrost. Results of both studies will help in preventing emergencies.