{
  "id": 14690310,
  "title": "Istanbul reels from heaviest rainfall in over 80 years as floods kill two",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/istanbul-reels-from-heaviest-rainfall-in-over-80-years-as-floods-kill",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-15T11:48:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/world/2026/10/15/istanbul-reels-from-heaviest-rainfall-in-over-80-years-as-floods-kill-two/239248"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "ISTANBUL is grappling with the aftermath of the heaviest rainfall in over 80 years, which has inflicted severe flooding and claimed at least two lives. The rain, which commenced yesterday morning and continued unabated, led to chaos and flash floods, with vehicles being swept away by the swift-moving water. Istanbul Governor Davut Gul asserted that this downpour marked the highest level of precipitation recorded in the city since 1942.\n\nTragically, one 14-year-old boy met a dreadful end when he inadvertently stepped into a puddle in the Balat area, resulting in electrocution. Despite being rushed to the hospital, medical professionals were unable to revive him. The governor reported that two other individuals are currently hospitalized, receiving treatment for their injuries.\n\nIn response to the catastrophe, schools in Istanbul were closed until Monday, and authorities advised residents to remain indoors unless absolutely necessary. Those residing in basement properties were specifically cautioned to seek refuge on elevated floors and to avoid areas prone to flooding, such as stream beds and underpasses.\n\nEyewitnesses captured harrowing footage depicting cars being dragged by the torrential waters and people being rescued through first-floor windows. Additionally, two individuals were observed utilizing a large mechanical digger to escape the rising waters. The transportation sector also faced disruption, with 43 flights to Istanbul Airport and three flights to Sabiha Gokcen Airport being rerouted due to strong winds.\n\nThe disaster management agency, Turkey’s AFAD, swiftly deployed a crisis desk to coordinate the relief efforts. By nightfall, the flooding had already resulted in 1,277 incidents, 15 landslides, 47 stranded individuals, and the partial collapse of two roofs. Authorities anticipate that the heavy rains will persist throughout the weekend.",
  "summary": "ISTANBUL, Oct 15 — Istanbul was today battling to recover from flooding caused by what officials said was the heav...",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "BBC Science",
        "title": "Two dead in Istanbul after heaviest rainfall in 84 years, governor says",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/two-dead-in-istanbul-after-heaviest-rainfall-in-84-years-governor-says",
        "published": "2026-10-15T10:05:29.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Sky News",
        "title": "Three dead as heavy rainfall and floods hit Istanbul",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/three-dead-as-heavy-rainfall-and-floods-hit-istanbul",
        "published": "2026-10-15T10:46:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Toronto Sun",
        "title": "Two dead as Istanbul endures heaviest rainfall in 80 years",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/two-dead-as-istanbul-endures-heaviest-rainfall-in-80-years",
        "published": "2026-10-15T11:24:59.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Two dead as Istanbul endures heaviest rainfall in 80 years",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/two-dead-as-istanbul-endures-heaviest-rainfall-in-80-years-14688180",
        "published": "2026-10-15T11:27:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "Two dead in Istanbul flooding as rainfall hits 80 year high",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/two-dead-in-istanbul-flooding-as-rainfall-hits-80-year-high",
        "published": "2026-10-15T13:08:05.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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