Istanbul floods October 2026
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Two dead in Istanbul after heaviest rainfall in 84 years
Istanbul Governor Davut Gül told residents to avoid leaving their homes unless absolutely necessary.
A 14-year-old boy died after being electrocuted when he stepped in a puddle.
A 34-year-old man died after slipping and falling while attempting to cross the road, hitting his head on the pavement.
Istanbul hit by heaviest rainfall since 1985, causing flooding and a teenager's death
Turkiye's Interior Ministry warned of sudden flooding in several provinces on Wednesday and Thursday.
Istanbul Governor Davut Gul urged residents to stay at home on Thursday unless travel was necessary.
Acting Istanbul Mayor Nuri Aslan said parts of the city received nearly 100mm in 12 hours.
Several dead or missing after Istanbul floods
Residents and businesses in Istanbul are experiencing power and water cuts following the floods.
The flooding in Istanbul inundated homes, businesses and streets.
At least three people have died after torrential rain triggered severe flooding across Istanbul.