Heavy rain and flooding in Istanbul forces closure of schools

Heavy rainfall triggered significant flooding across Istanbul on Wednesday, prompting the city's governor’s office to implement emergency measures. Authorities officially ordered the closure of schools and granted leave to certain public sector employees to mitigate risks to the population. Residents were formally urged to remain at home as the severe weather conditions persisted.

Reports indicate that the downpour caused widespread disruption, resulting in the flooding of residential homes and commercial businesses. Additionally, the deluge led to the inundation of city roads, further complicating the impact of the storm on the urban infrastructure.