Istanbul floods kill three after heaviest rain in 84 years

· Climate · Turkey

Three people died and several are missing after torrential rain triggered severe flooding across Istanbul, the governor said, marking the heaviest rainfall in 84 years. Residents were told to avoid leaving their homes unless absolutely necessary. The flooding disrupted transport and daily life in Turkey's largest city.

Why it matters：Extreme rainfall in a major global city highlights how climate change is overwhelming urban infrastructure and emergency systems.

Key points

  • Three people died and several are missing in Istanbul floods
  • The governor said it was the heaviest rainfall in 84 years
  • Residents were told to avoid leaving home unless necessary

Sources (original reporting)

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