Impact Level: Notification
Locations Affected: Türkiye, Aydın, Muğla, Manisa, Denizli, Antalya, İzmir, Turkey
Tracking Id: RINTP4783267374
Description:
As per reports from the Turkish Meteorological General Directorate (Meteoroloji Genel Müdürlüğü – MGM), Turkey is forecast to experience a multi-day precipitation wave, bringing heavy rainfall, snowfall, and cold temperatures across multiple regions on Friday (05 December).
• Coastal Aegean regions, including İzmir, Aydın, and Muğla, along with Manisa, Denizli, and western districts of Antalya, are forecast to experience heavy showers and thunderstorms on Friday (05 December).
• Precipitation in coastal areas of İzmir, Aydın, and Muğla provinces is expected to be locally significant, creating a risk of flooding and water accumulation on Friday (05 December).
• Temperatures are predicted to decrease by five to six degrees Celsius starting Friday (05 December), dropping below seasonal averages on Friday (05 December).
• Fog and mist conditions are expected during night and morning hours in the Marmara region and interior and eastern regions of the country on Friday (05 December).
Impact:
• Coastal areas of İzmir, Aydın, and Muğla provinces may face elevated risk of flash flooding, water accumulation, and localized inundation due to forecast intense rainfall.
• Urban infrastructure in affected coastal cities may experience drainage system overload, leading to street flooding and transportation disruptions.
• Air travel may face delays or cancellations due to adverse weather conditions, particularly at airports in affected regions.
• Maritime activities along Aegean and Mediterranean coasts may be restricted due to significant rainfall.
Recommendations:
• Motorists traveling in Eastern Anatolia and Eastern Black Sea regions are advised to equip vehicles with winter tires, chains, and emergency supplies.
• Transportation operators are advised to anticipate delays and consider rescheduling non-essential travel in heavily affected regions.
• It is advised to monitor weather updates continuously through the Turkish Meteorological General Directorate (https://www.mgm.gov.tr/) for the latest forecasts and warnings.
Sources:
• https://www.turkiyegazetesi.com.tr/yasam/gunlerce-surecek-yeni-yagis-dalgasi-icin-tarih-verildi-kar-saganak-ve-soguk-hepsi-bir-1752575
• https://x.com/meteoroloji_twi/status/1995921814912999774
