# Teenager dies as heavy rain floods Istanbul

https://mins.news/en/item/100772

- Al Jazeera, 2026-10-15 03:12 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/15/teenager-dies-as-heavy-rain-floods-istanbul?traffic_source=rss

> Torrential rain flooded hundreds of homes in Istanbul, caused roads to collapse and brought traffic close to a standstill. A 14-year-old boy died after being electrocuted in a puddle in the Balat area. Flooding also affected hospitals and businesses, while schools closed and authorities urged residents to avoid flood-prone areas.

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