12.07.2024 20:00
After the warning from the General Directorate of Meteorology, thunderstorm showers showed their effect in Izmir. The rain particularly flooded the districts of Konak and Bayraklı. The citizens who were affected by the flooded streets and roads experienced difficult moments. Similar scenes were recorded in Kütahya, where 50 houses were flooded.
Heavy rain in İzmir and Kütahya caused problems throughout the city. Citizens who were caught unprepared in the rain got soaked. There were disruptions in transportation. Municipal teams are still working in nearly 50 houses filled with water in the city center.
STRANDED ON FLOODED ROADS
Thunderstorm with heavy rain started in İzmir around 18:00. The rain was particularly effective in districts such as Konak and Bayraklı in the city center. Some streets and roads in the city were flooded, leaving drivers and pedestrians stranded.
WARNING TO BE CAREFUL AND CAUTIOUS
Meteorology İzmir Regional Director Lütfi Eker stated that due to the local intensity of the rainfall, people should be careful and cautious against risks such as flash floods, waterlogging, lightning, local hail, sudden strong winds, and short-term storms. He also added that heavy rain showers were observed in Kavaklıdere, Buca, Kaynaklar, Gökdere, and Kemalpaşa regions. He also mentioned the risk of hail in Gümüldür and Özdere coastal areas.
HEAVY RAIN WILL LAST UNTIL 21:00
Eker stated that the rain started from the north and moved towards the gulf and could continue until the evening hours. Eker emphasized that people should be cautious against sudden floods and possible hail and advised to stay away from open areas and take necessary safety precautions. The rain is expected to be effective until 21:00.
BOULEVARDS AND STREETS TURNED INTO LAKES
The heavy rain also affected Kütahya negatively. Atatürk Boulevard, Adnan Menderes Boulevard, and many streets in the city center were submerged under accumulated rainwater.
NEARLY 50 HOUSES FLOODED
Drivers had difficulty moving on the streets. Ertuğrul Gazi and Azerbaycan underpasses were closed to traffic. Nearly 50 houses in the city center were also flooded. Traffic and municipal teams are still working on the issue.