🇹🇷 Powerful Hurricane Hits Istanbul 💨🌊🌧🚨On January 8, 2026, a powerful hurricane struck Istanbul (Türkiye). Strong winds and heavy rains caused damage to buildings, power outages, and major disruptions to transportation. Local authorities reported fallen trees and interruptions to city services. Emergency teams worked intensively, assisting affected residents and mitigating the storm’s impact. Information about the scale of damage and casualties is still being clarified. | Alex Terry