[69147] Alert for heavy rains and risk of flooding in Turkey
[69147] Alert for heavy rains and risk of flooding in Turkey
Weather forecasting agencies in Turkey are warning of heavy rains expected to continue for five days across the country, with an emphasis on the danger of floods.
Severe weather alert in Turkey: Heavy rains on the way
The authorities in Turkey issued urgent warnings today, May 21, 2026, regarding severe weather conditions expected to strike the country. According to reports from [İLKHA [İlke Haber Ajansı]](https://t.me/ilkehaberajansi), the meteorological service issued an official alert for "heavy rains" expected to hit extensive areas.
The TGRT HABER channel notes that this is a "critical warning for all of Turkey," with authorities issuing a "yellow code" for four major cities due to concerns about floods and particularly heavy rainstorms.
At the same time, the Haber Gündem channel reports that Turkey is currently entering a "rain belt" that is expected to continue without interruption over the next five days. Experts from the Meteorological Service (MGM) have called on citizens to exercise extreme caution following the risk of "floods, inundations, and transportation disruptions" (according to Haber Gündem).
The public is urged to follow the instructions of the authorities and prepare for possible delays on the roads due to the prolonged adverse weather.