Two people have died after torrential rain battered Istanbul in what the provincial governor described as the heaviest downpour the city has seen in 84 years. Officials issued strong warnings for residents to remain indoors unless travel was absolutely necessary.
Authorities said emergency services were mobilised across the city to respond to the impact of the storm. Local officials and first responders were assessing damage and carrying out rescue and recovery tasks where needed.
The governor’s statement underlined the severity of the weather event, and municipal authorities renewed advisories aimed at limiting movement and protecting public safety. Residents were told to avoid non-essential travel and to follow guidance from emergency services.
Istanbul, Turkey’s largest city, can be vulnerable to sudden heavy rainfall and localized flooding. City and provincial officials said they were monitoring the situation closely and coordinating their response to reduce harm to people and property as the situation developed.
News agencies and local media outlets were reporting on disruptions, and municipal sources urged people to stay informed through official channels. Further updates were expected as emergency teams complete their assessments and more information becomes available.