UAE Sends Condolences to Türkiye After Deadly Flooding in Istanbul
UAE Expresses Condolences and Solidarity
From Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates has offered its condolences to Türkiye after severe flooding caused deaths, injuries and missing persons, according to a statement from the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The ministry conveyed sympathy to the families of those who lost their lives and wished a speedy recovery for the injured, while reaffirming the UAE’s solidarity with the Turkish people.
Impact of the Flooding in Istanbul
Heavy rainfall on Wednesday night, October 14 triggered severe flooding in Istanbul, submerging homes, businesses, roads and underpasses. Vehicles were left stranded and the disruption spread across the city, affecting thousands of residents.
Casualties, Missing Persons and Response
Authorities reported that the death toll had risen to four, with rescue teams continuing to search for four individuals still reported missing. Emergency personnel were deployed to assist those affected and to respond to thousands of damage reports.
