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Schools closed after 2,914 reports: Critical warning for tap water

A decision was made to disinfect schools in the Tokat city center following an increase in stomach and intestinal complaints; education has been suspended for 1 day.

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Published: 11.10.2026 23:12 Updated: 11.10.2026 23:12
Schools closed after 2,914 reports: Critical warning for tap water

Education has been suspended for 1 day in the Tokat city center following an increase in the number of people seeking medical attention for nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.

The Tokat Governor's Office announced that detailed disinfection work will be carried out in educational institutions across the city center following the reports received since the evening of Friday, October 9. In this context, there will be no classes on Monday, October 12, in all public and private, formal and non-formal education institutions, as well as rehabilitation centers in the city center.

Representative image showing an empty school corridor where disinfection work is being carried out.
A 1-day break has been given to education in Tokat for disinfection work in schools.

The Governor's Office statement noted that this decision was taken to ensure the work is carried out under more efficient and sterile conditions. It was also noted that disabled and pregnant personnel working in public institutions and organizations will be considered on administrative leave on the same day.

It had been announced that the number of people applying to health institutions in the city with the same complaints had risen to 2,914. The Governor's Office had announced that drinking water samples were sent to Ankara for analysis and warned that tap water should not be used for drinking or food preparation until the results are released.


News Source: 12punto

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