On July 18, Ankara experienced severe flooding caused by a sudden and intense downpour starting at 16:00. Streets were quickly submerged, halting traffic and trapping vehicles. The districts of Keçiören and Çankaya were among the hardest hit, with a building wall collapsing and basements flooding. Emergency services evacuated residents and worked overnight to drain water and restore power. Shops, underpasses, and homes suffered significant water damage. Authorities urged calm and promised to assess the damage and improve infrastructure. The unexpected strength of the storm exceeded forecasts, raising concerns about urban flood preparedness.
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