The Turkish State Meteorological Service said temperatures will rise sharply across Turkey this weekend, accompanied by sudden rain and storms [1, 2].
This weather shift is critical because the heat wave is linked to a severe system that recently moved through Europe. The intensity of the system has already resulted in thousands of deaths across the European continent [2].
According to the agency, the atmospheric changes will affect various regions of the country on Saturday and Sunday [1, 2]. While the primary concern is the rapid increase in heat, the agency said some regions will experience stronger effects from the accompanying storms [1, 2].
The meteorological service issued the warning to alert citizens planning outdoor activities for the upcoming weekend [1]. The sudden nature of the temperature shift and the potential for volatile storm patterns create hazardous conditions for travel and public health [1, 2].
Officials are monitoring the movement of the heat wave as it continues its eastward trajectory [2]. The agency has not specified the exact peak temperatures expected for each city but said the rise will be abrupt [1].
“Temperatures will rise sharply and that sudden rain and storms may affect parts of Turkey this weekend.”
The arrival of a heat wave that has already proven lethal in Europe suggests that Turkey may face significant public health challenges. The combination of extreme heat and sudden storm activity often stresses urban infrastructure and emergency services, increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses and flash flooding.
