05.02.2025 19:01
The snowfall that began in the morning in Istanbul intensified towards the evening. While heavy snowfall was experienced in districts such as Beşiktaş, Eyüpsultan, and Sarıyer, drivers faced difficult moments.
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The snowfall that was effective in the mega city of Istanbul in the morning hours intensified significantly towards the evening, with heavy snow falling in some districts.
After days of warnings about heavy snowfall from the General Directorate of Meteorology, snow began to fall in Istanbul from the morning hours. By the evening, the impact of the snowfall increased significantly.
IT WAS EFFECTIVE ON İSTIKLAL STREET
Heavy snow fell in Beşiktaş, Eyüpsultan, and Sarıyer. In places where the snowfall intensified, drivers experienced difficult moments. The snowfall was also effective on İstiklal Street.
TRAFFIC WAS NEGATIVELY AFFECTED
Due to the snowfall in Istanbul, traffic congestion occurred in the evening hours. According to the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Traffic Density Map data, as of 18:00, the density reached 80%. Traffic came to a standstill on the D-100 highway in the Bahçelievler-Yenibosna area. It was observed that vehicles were struggling to move on the highways.
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