Roads in Istanbul’s Üsküdar district were covered by water and took on the appearance of lakes. Standing water spread across the road surfaces, leaving them with a lake-like appearance.
The situation in Üsküdar occurred as severe storms and heavy rain continued to affect Istanbul. Weather-related incidents were recorded across the city, while the defining development in Üsküdar was the water covering its roads.
The citywide tally of rain-related incidents included 1,277 floods, 15 landslides, 47 cases of people being stranded, 13 fallen trees and two roofs blown off. Reports were also recorded concerning 76 vehicles, 808 homes and 280 businesses.
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