Flow rates increased by 30 percent due to heavy rain in Tunceli: Governorship issued a 'stay away' warning

Following the heavy rain warning of the 13th Regional Directorate of Meteorology, the downpour that has been effective throughout the city for 2 days has negatively affected life. Due to the rains, floods and stone falls occurred in some parts of the Tunceli-Ovacık highway and the Tunceli-Erzincan highway.

While the stones dragged from the slopes by the rain fell on the highways, the teams started work to prevent transportation disruption. Teams cleaning the roads with work machines are constantly patrolling the routes to prevent them from being closed to traffic. Tunceli Special Provincial Administration teams are intervening in the floods that occur on some village roads.

WATER LEVELS HAVE INCREASED

The downpour also increased the flow rate of the Munzur River and Pülümür Stream, which are among the most important natural beauties of the city. The flow rate of the Munzur River, which passes right next to the Tunceli-Ovacık highway and is located in the Munzur Valley National Park, and the Pülümür Stream, which flows parallel to the Tunceli-Erzincan highway, has increased by 30 percent in the last 2 days. As water levels rose with the rainfall, flow rates also increased.

MUNZUR RIVER VIEWED BY DRONE

The Munzur River, which passes through the Munzur Valley National Park and whose flow rate increases after heavy rains, was viewed from the air with a drone. In the images; There were moments when the Munzur River, whose water level rose due to the rain, flowed enthusiastically throughout the valley. The strong current of the river and its sometimes foaming waters were recorded from the air, along with the natural beauties around it.

WARNING TO THOSE WHO WANT TO TAKE PHOTOS

On the other hand, Tunceli Governorship warned against the dangers that may occur around the Munzur River and Pülümür Stream.

In its statement, the Governorship said, "Following the heavy rains, the flow rate of many streams and streams, especially the Munzur River and Pülümür Stream, increased significantly. This unique beauty of nature also carries serious dangers. We strongly request our citizens not to approach rivers and stream beds, especially to take photographs and images, and to stay away from water edges for their safety. Let's not forget, no image is more valuable than human life."