Over a thousand applications and investigations in Tokat over suspected poisoning
While thousands of people applied to hospitals with health complaints across the city, water samples were sent to the laboratory and official warnings were issued.
Following increasing allegations of suspected poisoning in Tokat starting from October 9, 2026, a total of 2,914 citizens applied to healthcare institutions. Authorities took drinking water samples for examination and warned against using tap water for drinking purposes.
Hospital Applications and Treatment Process
According to official statements made by the Tokat Governorship, citizens experiencing various health complaints in the city center began applying to hospitals starting from the evening of Friday, October 9, 2026.
As of the morning hours of Sunday, October 11, 2026, it was determined that the total number of citizens who applied to healthcare organizations was 2,914.
Condition of Pediatric Patients
The number of pediatric patients undergoing treatment in hospitals was announced as 18.
It was reported that the general health condition of the children being monitored is good and they are closely monitored by healthcare teams.
Drinking Water Investigations
Drinking water samples taken from different points of the city to determine the source of the complaints were sent for laboratory examination.
It was stated that the samples were sent to the Ankara Public Health Reference Laboratory for detailed analysis and the results are expected within 3 days.
Precautions and Warnings from the Governorship
Until the laboratory results are announced, it was advised as a precaution not to use tap water for drinking and food preparation purposes.
It was stated that citizens should meet these needs from reliable packaged water, and tap water can be used for other daily needs provided that it is not taken orally.
Statement by Tokat Municipality
Tokat Municipality made a technical assessment regarding the claims that sewage water mixed into the drinking water network.
It was stated in the investigations of the Water and Sewerage Directorate teams that no sewage water had mixed into the network and no findings originating from infrastructure systems were found.