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One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Istanbul, Turkey on October 14, 2026. Newest first.
Istanbul is home to more than 15 million people. Heavy rainfall periodically overwhelms its drainage systems.
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Torrential rain caused widespread flooding across Istanbul. Three people were killed and four are missing.
Why it matters: Flooding in Turkey's largest city disrupts the lives of millions.
Sources: ABC News · See it on the globe
Torrential rain caused widespread flooding across Istanbul, killing three people and leaving four missing.
Why it matters: Flooding in a city of over 15 million disrupts daily life and highlights urban vulnerability to extreme rain.
Sources: ABC News · See it on the globe