A storm hit Marmara! Roofs flew off, trees fell

Lodos literally blew away the west of the country and Marmara until the morning the previous night. Trees fell and roofs flew in many cities, especially Istanbul. As the storm began to show its impact in Istanbul, 23 Disaster Groups, 39 district governorships and relevant institutions within the scope of the Türkiye Disaster Response Plan (TAMP) were informed. It was requested that communication channels be kept open against possible negativities and that the vehicles, work machines, equipment and personnel that may be needed be kept ready.

74 REPORTS RECEIVED TO 112

According to the statement made by the Governorship of Istanbul, a total of 74 reports were received to 112 Emergency Call Centers across Istanbul as of 13:00 on November 13, 2026. It was reported that all reports regarding roof flying, falling trees and parts that pose a danger to the environment were responded to by the relevant institutions. Adverse weather conditions also affected public transportation. Many sea voyages were cancelled. The Governorship warned citizens to be careful and cautious.

FERRY TRIPS HAVE BEEN CANCELED

All ferry services on the Geyikli-Bozcaada line in Çanakkale have been canceled today. On the Kabatepe-Gökçeada line, there will be no flights between 09.00 and 13.00 from Kabatepe, and no flights between 07.00 and 11.00 from Gökçeada.

A tree fell on the tram line due to the strong wind in Bursa's Osmangazi district. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident, and tram services returned to normal after the fallen tree was removed.

In Tekirdağ's Çorlu district, a part of the 2-storey detached house that was previously evacuated due to strong winds collapsed on a parked car.

Kırklareli Governorship imposed a traffic ban on motorcycle couriers due to adverse weather conditions and strong storms.

GROVES AND FORESTS ARE CLOSED TO VISITS

In order to protect the life and property safety of citizens against the risk of trees and branches falling due to the storm, green areas in Istanbul, including Emirgan, Yıldız, Gülhane, Küçük Çamlıca, Büyük Çamlıca, Fethi Paşa, Hidiv Kasrı and Beykoz groves and the City Forest, were closed to visitors.

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