# Two dead in Istanbul after heaviest rainfall in 84 years, governor says

https://mins.news/en/item/101275

- BBC News, 2026-10-15 10:05 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq398x7j1lrwo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

> Severe flooding in Istanbul following the heaviest rainfall in 84 years, according to the governor, has killed two people. Nearly 600 stranded residents were rescued, while people were urged to stay home unless necessary. Schools closed as rain is expected to continue.

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