10.03.2026 20:42
A fire caused by the explosion of a dryer in an apartment in Istanbul resulted in significant damage to the home. Many items in the house became unusable due to the fire. The absence of anyone in the house during the incident prevented a possible disaster, while teams that entered the home after the fire and a plumbing technician who conducted an inspection documented the severe damage in the apartment.
A fire caused by the explosion of the dryer in the parents' bathroom of an apartment in Istanbul resulted in significant damage to the home. As a result of the explosion, the ceiling of the bathroom collapsed, and the flames quickly spread to the bedroom and other rooms. Many items in the house became unusable due to the fire.
The fact that no one was in the house at the time of the incident prevented a possible disaster.
MAJOR DAMAGE OCCURRED IN THE HOUSE
Teams that entered the house after the fire and a plumbing technician who conducted an inspection documented the severe damage in the apartment. The shared footage showed that almost the entire house was covered in soot and ash, and a large portion of the belongings was damaged.
Particularly in the bathroom area, it was noted that the ceramics had fallen off and the ceiling had collapsed. Authorities stated that the severity of the explosion is clearly understood from these images.
WARNING FROM EXPERTS
Technical teams called to the scene stated that such accidents are mostly caused by improper installation or faulty electrical wiring. Experts provided some important warnings to prevent similar incidents from occurring.
Expert installation: The installation of electrical devices must be carried out by authorized service or qualified personnel.
Damp area risk: In humid environments like bathrooms, the electrical wiring needs to be adequately protected against water and steam.
Regular maintenance: It is emphasized that periodic maintenance of white goods and electrical installations should not be neglected.
Experts pointed out that improperly installed devices in bathrooms pose serious risks, stating, "Faulty installations can turn into a ticking time bomb at any moment. For your safety, always have installations done by professionals."