Education Suspended in Tokat Due to Intensive Health Complaints
Following thousands of people applying to hospitals with health complaints in Tokat, disinfection work was carried out in schools and education was suspended for one day.
Following thousands of people applying to hospitals in central Tokat with complaints of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, education was suspended for one day on Monday, October 12, 2026, by a decision of the Governor's Office, and comprehensive disinfection work was carried out in schools.
Health Applications and Measures Taken
A significant increase in applications to healthcare institutions with complaints of nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea was experienced in Tokat starting from the evening hours of Friday, October 9, 2026.
Suspension of Education and Administrative Leave
By the decision of the Tokat Governor's Office, education was suspended for one day on Monday, October 12, 2026, in all formal and non-formal public and private educational institutions and rehabilitation centers in the city center to ensure the efficient execution of disinfection works.
Additionally, disabled and pregnant personnel working in public institutions and organizations were considered on administrative leave on the same day.
Disinfection Performed in Schools
In schools where students were not present, toilets, classrooms, door handles, and frequently touched surfaces were meticulously disinfected using bleach.
Hospital Data and Treatment Process
It was reported that the total number of citizens applying to healthcare institutions reached 2,914, that out of 18 children receiving inpatient treatment 6 had been discharged, and that the condition of those still undergoing treatment was good.
Water Samples and Laboratory Examination
Drinking water samples taken to determine the cause of the complaints were sent to the Ankara Public Health Reference Laboratory, and the results are expected within three days.
Mains Water Warnings and Municipality Statement
Until the laboratory results are released, it was requested that mains water not be used for drinking and food preparation purposes, and that needs be met from bottled water.
Meanwhile, the Tokat Municipality denied allegations that sewage water had mixed into the drinking water network, stating that there were no technical findings originating from the infrastructure systems.