Latest status of dams in Istanbul: What is the occupancy rate on February 25?

The Istanbul Water and Sewerage Administration (İSKİ) has shared the latest measured occupancy rates for dams across the city as of February 25 with the public. It was reported that there have been notable changes in water levels in the major dams that meet the city's needs.

According to the current data published by İSKİ, the average occupancy rate of dams in Istanbul was determined to be 43.7 percent today. This figure has once again brought the importance of water conservation to the agenda following periods of drought. The fact that these values, which are generally expected to be higher in February, are relatively low this year is causing concern.

The occupancy rates in the dams are listed as follows:

• Ömerli Dam: %59.23
• Darlık Dam: %59.95
• Elmalı Dam: %90.21
• Terkos Dam: %27.73
• Alibey Dam: %35.87
• Büyükçekmece Dam: %32.52
• Sazlıdere Dam: %26.98
• Istrancalar Dam: %71.22
• Kazandere Dam: %55.29
• Pabuçdere Dam: %29.99

Authorities draw attention to the importance of conscious water consumption and the prevention of unnecessary usage. While it is hoped that precipitation amounts will increase in the coming period, it was reported that changes in dam levels will be shared regularly.

News Source: 12punto