Two dead as Istanbul endures heaviest rainfall in 80 years

Istanbul was on Thursday battling to recover from flooding caused by what officials said was the heaviest rainfall in the city since records began more than 80 years ago, as the downpour continued.

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Two dead in Istanbul after heaviest rainfall in 84 years, governor says

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Residents have been told to avoid leaving their homes unless absolutely necessary.

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News24 Published 15 October 2026

Two dead as Istanbul endures heaviest rainfall in 80 years

BBC Published 15 October 2026

Two dead in Istanbul after heaviest rainfall in 84 years, governor says

Residents have been told to avoid leaving their homes unless absolutely necessary.

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