[91324] Extreme weather alerts in Turkey: Fear of floods, sandstorms, and mud rains

Dangerous weather forecast in Turkey: Alerts for floods and sandstorms

Ahead of the weekend of June 20, 2026, Turkish meteorological authorities have issued severe warnings across the country. According to TGRT HABER, a special alert has been declared in 5 provinces due to a heavy fear of flooding, alongside a forecast for a sharp rise of about 5 degrees Celsius in temperatures across the relevant regions.

Simultaneously, İLKHA reports that alongside heavy rains, a phenomenon of significant dust migration is expected. This situation is raising special concern among emergency authorities, as the combination of precipitation and sandstorms could lead to health and transportation risks.

In an additional report from Haber Gündem, it is clarified that in the southeastern regions of Eastern Anatolia and Southeastern Anatolia, residents may witness "mud rains." According to the site, which is identified with general journalism in Turkey, the phenomenon is expected to lead to a "decrease in air quality" in those areas, and therefore the public has been asked to take precautionary measures in accordance with the Meteorological Service guidelines.

Official sources are calling on the public to follow regular updates, as the volatile weather is expected to affect the weekend routine in many regions of Turkey.