10.02.2025 21:50
As the snowfall in Istanbul intensified, it covered the roads in white; due to the blizzard-like conditions, some citizens experienced difficult moments.
The cold weather and snowfall that have been affecting Turkey in general have once again shown their impact in Istanbul. The snowfall, which had left the city for a few days, increased its effect starting from the evening hours.
ROADS TURNED WHITE
Due to adverse weather conditions, traffic congestion was experienced; the higher areas of the city turned white. Some roads were covered in white due to the precipitation, while parked vehicles and green areas were blanketed in snow. Some citizens took shelter at bus stops due to the blizzard-like snowfall.
FLIGHTS CANCELLED
On the other hand, it was announced that due to the expected adverse weather conditions in Istanbul, 5% of the flights planned to be made from Sabiha Gökçen Airport tomorrow and 10% of the flights planned for Wednesday have been cancelled.
AKOM WARNED
The Disaster Management Department of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) AKOM warned that snowfall is expected with the drop in temperatures in Istanbul in the morning hours, and that a cold wave, which will increase its effect from the night hours, is approaching.