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Heavy Rain and Hail Strike Istanbul

Severe weather disrupts life across the city

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May 17 · 2 min read

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Heavy rain and hail in several parts of Istanbul have negatively affected daily life. Extreme weather conditions created water accumulation in some streets and courtyards.

The effects of the event are reported to be continuing. The Meteorological Service advised caution regarding weather conditions in the coming hours.

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PrimaryTRT HaberMay 17, 2026
CorroboratingAnadolu Ajansı (TR)May 17, 2026

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Heavy Rain and Hail Strike Istanbul

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