ALBAWABA- The Turkish city of Istanbul grappled with devastating floods on Tuesday, prompted by an exceptional deluge of rain.
Social media shared videos revealing stranded individuals on inundated streets. Metro stations in Başakşehir and Kayasehir, along with a national library, were submerged in rainwater.
The floods primarily impacted the western areas of Istanbul, particularly Başakşehir, Kayasehir, and Arnavutköy.
Authorities have cautioned against motorcycle usage due to the heavy rainfall, with 1550 reports of flooding received so far, fortunately resulting in no injuries.
Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu noted a rainfall rate of 70 kilograms per square meter in Arnavutköy and urged citizens to exercise caution amidst the challenging conditions.
