A storm is heading for Istanbul.
The Istanbul Governor’s Office has warned residents about strong winds expected to affect the Marmara region on Thursday 2 October, reaching storm force. In a statement based on data from the General Directorate of Meteorology, it said wind speeds expected at 50–75 km/h could reach storm strength in some places, and that the storm is expected to ease during the day.
The statement said: “In the Marmara region, easterly and north-easterly winds of force 6 to 8 (50–75 km/h) are expected to blow at storm strength from the morning (2 October 2025). The storm is expected to ease around midday. Residents are urged to be careful about possible adverse conditions and to take precautions.”
