17.10.2026 12:00
Speaking to members of the press during field work, Istanbul Governor Davut Gül said, "Places occupying the riverbed will be demolished. There is rain today and tomorrow. But we do not expect very heavy rain. The soil is saturated with rain. Landslides may occur in some places. There is a risk of landslides and building collapse. We are ready to host those who see a risk in their own buildings regarding building collapse. We are waiting for everyone who has doubts for a few days."
Istanbul Governor Davut Gül evaluated the latest situation regarding the severe rainfall and flood disaster that has affected the city and made critical warnings. Drawing attention to illegal structures in stream beds, Governor Davut Gül said, "Places occupying the stream bed will be demolished. There is rain today and tomorrow. But we are not expecting very heavy rain. There will be rainfall."
"WE ARE READY TO HOST THOSE WHO SEE A RISK IN THEIR BUILDING"
Stating that the soil is saturated with water and there is a risk of landslide, Gül called on citizens living in risky buildings and said: "The soil is saturated with rainfall. Landslides may occur in some places. There is a risk of landslides and building collapse. We are ready to host those who see a risk in their own building regarding building collapse. We are waiting for anyone who has doubts for a few days."
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