9
Extreme
Flood Risk in Istanbul, Turkey
Risk Level: Extreme — Score 9/10
Risk: 9Historical: 3
Key Risk Factors
- High risk rating for Istanbul based on ThinkHazard (River flood)
- 3 events on record in proximity
- Significant river or coastal flood exposure
Peak season: March-September
Last significant event: Floods - Istanbul, Turkey (2020-06-24)
Highest Risk Cities for Floods
Istanbul is not in the top 10 for flood risk among tracked cities.
How Istanbul Compares
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Notable Flood Events Near Istanbul
Floods - Istanbul, Turkey
June 23, 2020 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Floods - Istanbul, Turkey
August 18, 2019 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Floods - Northwestern Turkey
June 22, 2020 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Flood Preparedness Tips
- 1.Know if your property is in a flood zone — check FEMA maps
- 2.Consider flood insurance even if not in a high-risk zone
- 3.Never drive through flooded roadways — Turn Around, Don’t Drown
- 4.Move valuables and important documents to upper floors
- 5.Install sump pumps and check valves in plumbing
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