Istanbul, November 30 (BNA) Four people, including a foreigner, were killed and 19 others were injured in Istanbul today, Monday, due to strong winds that swept the largest city in Turkey and its surrounding areas, the governor’s office said in a statement.
Istanbul on Monday felt strong winds of 130 kilometers (81 miles) per hour, according to the country’s General Directorate of Meteorology, with severe conditions expected in nearby provinces such as the western port city of Izmir. MGM warned that winds will continue on Tuesday.
“Due to the bad weather conditions caused by the southwesterly winds that have been effective in Istanbul since morning, four people lost their lives, one of whom is a foreigner and three of our citizens; 19 of our compatriots were injured, and three of them were injured. In a critical condition, the Istanbul Governor’s Office said in a statement, according to Reuters” “.
Winds destroyed parts of the buildings, including the concrete slabs of roofs and walls, according to the footage, as passersby were seen miraculously fleeing from the flying debris.
Turkish flag carrier Turkish Airlines has reported disruptions to its flight schedule, while the Bosphorus Strait has been closed to traffic from both directions.
Footage from Izmir showed rising sea levels, with waves rising along the shores of the Aegean city, while the roads appeared to be overflowing with water.
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