The time for the end of the motorcycle ban, which was implemented for security reasons following the heavy rainfall and floods in Istanbul, has been announced. Istanbul Governor Davut Gül stated that the ban will be lifted as of 06:00 tomorrow morning.
Speaking to members of the press in Kemerburgaz, Gül noted that life in the city is gradually returning to normal, stating, "The ban continues until 6 o'clock tomorrow morning. After 6, motorcycles will be able to operate freely again."
DATE ANNOUNCED FOR DAMAGE PAYMENTS
Governor Gül said that damage assessment work for homes and businesses affected by the flood is ongoing, and that payments will begin tomorrow afternoon if possible, or by Monday at the latest. Gül expressed that public resources have been mobilized for the citizens.
Stating that the city has experienced heavy rainfall since last night, Gül reported that over 270 kilograms of rain fell in many regions, particularly in Beykoz, and that Eyüpsultan was also among the districts most affected by the rainfall.
According to the information provided by Gül, 3,050 people who were stranded due to the flood have been rescued, and there is no one left waiting to be rescued. It was stated that citizens whose homes were flooded or who were in risky areas are being hosted in safe areas such as hotels and public guesthouses.
Noting that evacuation and cleaning efforts in flooded homes and businesses are continuing under the coordination of AFAD, Gül said that vacuum trucks and similar vehicles have been directed to Istanbul from various provinces, and that 900 AFAD volunteers will participate in cleaning efforts, particularly in Sarıyer's Ayazağa neighborhood.
Governor Gül offered his condolences for the three people who lost their lives in the flood and expressed his hope that the five people still being searched for will be found as soon as possible. Stating that there are no children among the missing persons reports or those being searched for, Gül indicated that the search efforts are continuing in areas where the water might have carried them, with a focus on Sarıyer.
News Source: 12punto
