Floods have swept through northern Turkey following days of heavy rainfall, leaving communities submerged and emergency teams scrambling to rescue stranded residents.
Authorities say rivers burst their banks after torrential downpours triggered flash floods across several towns and villages. Homes, roads, and farmlands were inundated, while vehicles were swept away by strong currents.
Emergency responders have been deployed to affected areas as officials warn residents to stay away from flood-prone zones. Rescue boats and helicopters were used to evacuate people trapped by rising waters.
The severe weather also disrupted transportation and electricity supply in parts of the region, with schools and businesses temporarily shut down.
Meteorological agencies say more rainfall is expected, raising fears of further flooding and landslides. Authorities continue to monitor the situation as recovery efforts intensify.