"Deadly Floods Cause Destruction in Turkey and Syria: Death Toll Reaches 15"
Severe rain showers have caused devastating floods in Syria and Turkey, causing destruction and killing at least 15 people. The floods have also displaced hundreds, with many others reported missing.
In Turkey, the floods have hit a number of provinces, such as Sanliurfa, Adiyaman, and Gaziantep. The Turkish Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) has indicated that the floods have destroyed more than 1,000 houses, with many more in danger of collapse.
In Syria, the floods have affected the northern parts, especially the Aleppo and Idlib cities. The Syrian Civil Defense or the White Helmets has reported that the floods have ravaged hundreds of houses and left thousands of people homeless.
Floods have also damaged infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, and electricity lines. Most areas have been left without power, and communication networks have been disrupted.
Rescue operations are under way, with rescue teams working to evacuate people who are stranded and deliver aid to the affected regions. But the operations are being hampered by the inaccessible location of some areas and the ongoing rain.
The Syrian and Turkish governments have announced a state of emergency in the affected regions and have vowed to assist those affected. International relief agencies have also committed to assisting in alleviating the suffering of the affected population.
As the situation remains unfolding, fears are emerging regarding the possibility of further flooding and the long-term effects on the affected communities.