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Two dead in Istanbul following the heaviest rainfall in 84 years
Overview
Severe flooding caused by the heaviest rainfall in 84 years in Istanbul has resulted in two deaths, nearly 600 rescues, and widespread disruption. The city governor urged residents to stay indoors, schools were ordered to close for two days, and air travel was impacted.
Key points
- Two people died in Istanbul due to severe flooding, including a 14-year-old boy who was electrocuted and a 34-year-old man who fell.
- Istanbul Governor Davut Gül stated that the city experienced its heaviest rainfall in 84 years.
- Nearly 600 people were rescued after becoming stranded, with over 8,000 workers responding to the emergency.
- Schools were ordered to close on Thursday and Friday as heavy rain and storms are expected to continue.
- Air travel was disrupted with 46 planes unable to land at Istanbul airports.