08.05.2026 17:52
The "super cell" storm that was effective in Şanlıurfa caused great destruction. In the disaster where tornado, hail and severe wind were effective, 1 person lost their life and 40 people were injured. Education was suspended in Birecik and Viranşehir. Although the images shared on social media resembled hurricanes in the USA, the location of the event was Şanlıurfa.
A severe weather event defined as a "supercell" that was effective in Şanlıurfa caused great destruction in the city. In the disaster, where a tornado, hail, and storm were effective simultaneously, loss of life and serious damage occurred.
LIFE CAME TO A HALT IN BIRECIK AND VIRANSEHIR
The heavy rain and storm that started after noon hours showed their effect especially in the districts of Birecik and Viranşehir. The roofs of many buildings flew off, and trees were uprooted. Due to the disaster, education was suspended in these districts.
GOVERNOR'S OFFICE ANNOUNCED: 1 PERSON LOST HIS LIFE
Şanlıurfa Governor Hasan Şıldak announced that 1 person lost his life and 40 people were injured as a result of the storm and downpour. It was reported that 16 of the injured are still receiving treatment, while 24 people have been discharged.
THE IMAGES RESEMBLED THE USA, BUT THE ADDRESS WAS ŞANLIURFA
Although the tornado images shared on social media resembled hurricanes in the USA at first glance, the address of the event was Şanlıurfa. The moments when the giant tornado approached residential areas once again revealed the severe change in the climate.