Just when you think you’ve seen it all, Ankara proves you wrong! The capital of Turkey is in total chaos due to heavy rain and a storm that hit the city. Streets are flooded, traffic is at a standstill, and people are asking — where did the urban infrastructure go? While many struggle with water literally entering their homes, authorities are still trying to figure out how this could happen in the 21st century.
The storm that hit Ankara was no ordinary rain. It was a full-blown natural disaster that turned parts of the city into lakes within hours. Streets are flooded, and traffic is nearly paralyzed. People were trapped in their cars, while pedestrians had to fend for themselves however they could.
Such scenes are not uncommon in cities unprepared for extreme weather, but Ankara is the capital of one of the world’s largest countries! Is it possible that such things happen exactly where the best organization and infrastructure should exist?
As residents deal with the aftermath, social media is flooded with photos and videos of flooded streets. Some joke, others are furious, and some just can’t believe what’s happening. “Is this a scene from a disaster movie or reality?” many ask.
One thing is clear — Ankara now has a serious water problem, but not the kind you drink, the kind that destroys the city. As the water recedes, questions remain: who is to blame? Will anything change? Or will we keep watching the capital drown every time a heavy rain falls?
If your city has similar chaos or you’re just stunned by this madness in Ankara, drop a comment below. Is it time to seriously tackle urban planning, or will we keep swimming in problems? Share your thoughts because these things can’t be ignored!
