Tourists vacationing in Antalya were warned about weather disasters expected on Thursday and Friday, March 16-17. The Office for the Prevention and Liquidation of the Consequences of Emergency Situations (AFAD) also sent text messages with the “orange” weather danger code to the mobile phones of the residents of the resort region.
According to the information, rainfall is expected in the central and eastern regions of Antalya — 76-100 mm, that is. a huge volume equal to 75-100 liters of water per square meter. In addition, a very strong wind is forecast.
Such intense rain combined with wind can turn resort streets into rivers, paralyze traffic on the roads, and cause power outages. In addition, heavy rainfall can lead to flooding. There is a high probability of thunderstorms, hail, tornadoes, and icy roads. Heavy snowfall and strong winds are expected in mountainous areas.
In the statement of the Regional Administration, “Beware of very heavy and torrential rains in Antalya. According to the latest estimates, on Thursday, March 16, 2023, showers and thunderstorms will begin in the morning – the amount will be 21-50 mm per square meter. meter, and from noon precipitation will increase to 51-75 mm per square meter. meter and after some time will reach a peak – of 76-100 mm per square meter. meter with locally strong winds. The element will hit the central and eastern regions,” the message read.
Employees of the department urged everyone to exercise caution on these two days due to the vagaries of the weather. In addition to Antalya, showers will pass in Isparta and Burdur and intensify near Buchak, Chalkicci, and Aglasun.