Sudden Heavy Rain and Hail in Bursa Paralyzed Life

Unexpected heavy rain and hail that hit Bursa caused a great chaos in the city. Caught unprepared, citizens sought refuge under the eaves, while vehicles struggled to move forward.

The Impact of Heavy Rain was Felt in Many Districts of Bursa

Heavy rain, which was effective in many districts of Bursa, occasionally turned into hail. Hail, the size of hazelnuts, created difficult moments for the citizens and was captured on cameras.

Disruptions in Traffic Due to Storm and Rain

In addition to heavy rain, strong winds were also effective. The trailer of a truck traveling on the Bursa – Izmir – Istanbul ring road was displaced by the wind, causing the road to be closed to traffic. Similarly, pergolas in the garden of a site in Nilüfer district were overturned due to the storm.

Citizens Experienced Difficult Moments Due to Floods and Fog

The sudden heavy rain caused small-scale flooding in the Caglayan Neighborhood of Osmangazi district. Accumulated water in the city due to clogged sewer covers. In some areas, heavy rain caused dense fog.

Hailstorm Damaged Fruit Trees

In Bursa, which had been under the influence of hot weather for a long time, fruit trees had blossomed. However, as a result of the hail and heavy rain, the blossoming flowers fell to the ground. Citizens recorded the fearful natural event with their mobile phones and shared it on social media.