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Floods in Istanbul and Kocaeli kill nine, search for missing continues

Source: Kabar ·

Floods in Istanbul and Kocaeli kill nine, search for missing continues
Photo: Kabar

According to a Kabar report from Bishkek dated 20 October 2026, floods in Istanbul and Kocaeli have killed nine people. The information was reported by Kazinform.

According to the report, the search for missing persons is ongoing.

The report notes that heavy rainfall left streets and homes in Istanbul under water. The floodwaters swept away both people and vehicles.

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