Heavy snowfall has paralyzed parts of Türkiye, forcing school closures and stranding travelers as authorities suspended student transport and shut key roads. Affected areas span southern regions like Kahramanmaras, Adiyaman, and Malatya, along with northern coastal cities Samsun and Sinop.
Local media reported over 1,000 schools switched to remote learning Wednesday, while crews worked overnight to clear snow-clogged highways. Officials urged residents to avoid nonessential travel, citing hazardous conditions. \"Safety remains our priority,\" stated a spokesperson for Türkiye’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority.
The extreme weather highlights vulnerabilities in regional infrastructure, particularly in areas still recovering from 2023’s devastating earthquakes. Analysts note rising climate volatility could intensify winter challenges for Mediterranean nations.
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