Heavy rain in the Turkish province of Samsun has caused the rivers to burst their banks, leading to widespread flooding in the Gavza district. The floodwaters have flooded the basements of houses, damaged businesses and swept away dozens of cars. At least 12 people were taken to hospital with minor injuries. The rescue services, firefighters and police are all working at the scene right now. They’re evacuating residents and dealing with the aftermath of the disaster.
Heavy rain has caused severe flooding in an area near the Black Sea coast in Turkey. AP says so, based on what Anadolu Agency, the state-run news service, is reporting.
The official data shows that homes and businesses were flooded and cars were swept away. At least 12 people were taken to hospital with minor injuries.
It’s just come to light that torrential rain on Tuesday evening caused the rivers in the Gavza district of Samsun province to burst their banks. There was a flash flood, and it was like a torrent of water went through the streets, sweeping away cars and debris. Several buildings’ basements and ground floors were flooded.
The agency said that everyone who was affected only got minor injuries. Some people made their own way to hospitals, while others were taken there by paramedics.
Firefighters, police and rescue services were called in to deal with the aftermath of the disaster, helping to evacuate residents and clear the debris.