Students Trapped in Flooded Sports School in Ayazağa, Istanbul, Rescued
Following heavy rainfall, students trapped during practice after a sports school in Ayazağa was flooded were carried to safety on their teachers' backs.
While the heavy rainfall affecting Istanbul adversely impacted life in Ayazağa, students practicing in a flooded sports school were evacuated through the exemplary efforts of their teachers.
Heavy Rainfall Paralyzes Life
Following warnings issued by the General Directorate of Meteorology, the heavy rainfall that made its presence felt across Istanbul caused disruptions throughout the city.
Streets Turned into Lakes and Flooding Occurred
In the Ayazağa region, the heavy rain flooded many homes and businesses. While streets practically turned into lakes, parked vehicles were also submerged.
Citizens experienced serious transportation problems, and teams carried out rescue operations for some trapped individuals.
Students Trapped in the Sports School
A group of students practicing at a local sports school became trapped inside when suddenly rising waters filled the facility.
Teachers' Selflessness Captured on Camera
The students were rescued through the devoted efforts of their teachers. The moments when a teacher carried students on his back to a safe area were recorded second by second on the cell phone cameras of bystanders.