Downpour alert in Ankara! Warning issued by the Governor's Office

Thunderstorms have been effective in Ankara since the early hours of the morning.

LIGHTNING STRUCK VARIOUS PARTS OF THE CITY

Due to the thunderstorms that began at noon and suddenly increased in intensity, some streets and avenues in the city were covered with water. It was observed that citizens took shelter in bus stops and indoor areas to avoid getting wet, while motorcycle couriers had difficulty moving in traffic.

ANKARA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE: WILL CONTINUE UNTIL 18:00

The Ankara Governor's Office reported that thunderstorms are expected in the city.

In a statement made on the Governor's Office's social media account, it was stated that according to data from the General Directorate of Meteorology's Analysis and Forecasting Center, local thunderstorms will be effective in Ankara.

In the statement, which noted that the rainfall will be effective until 18:00, citizens were asked to be careful and take precautions against negative conditions such as flash floods, inundations, lightning, local hail, and strong winds during the rainfall.

News Source: 12punto