27.11.2025 20:11
The latest state of Lake Sapanca, which has started to dry up due to drought, was captured by a citizen's mobile phone camera. The citizen's remarks about the lake were striking: "Let me describe the current situation to you. This area used to be completely above the lake. People are currently having barbecues where the water used to be."
One of Turkey's important natural beauties and freshwater sources, Lake Sapanca has reached alarming levels due to the severe drought experienced recently.
IMAGES THAT BEST DESCRIBE THE DROUGHT
The significant drop in the lake's water level has been reflected in the mobile phone cameras of the local people, revealing the seriousness of the situation.
Footage captured by a citizen strikingly showcased the current state of Lake Sapanca. The expressions used by the citizen recording the images while describing the changes in the area summarize the gravity of the situation: "Let me explain the current situation to you. This place was always above the lake. People are currently having barbecues where the water used to be."