Floods hit Istanbul neighborhood

In October 2026, heavy rains turned a road in the Göktürk neighborhood of Istanbul into a muddy river, causing significant damage and at least four deaths in the city.

Driver avoids fish in floodwaters

A video filmed during the floods shows a blue car slowly moving through waterlogged streets. As the car progresses, a fish is seen floating in the current, and the driver makes a slight turn to avoid hitting the animal.

Viral moment highlights kindness

The video, posted on X by user Erhan Tezakar, was described as an act of kindness. Tezakar noted that the driver’s decision to avoid the fish showed there are still good people in the world, according to the news site Turkey Today.

Floods paralyze Istanbul

Starting on October 13, 2026, torrential rains caused severe flooding across Istanbul. Roads were submerged, traffic was nearly paralyzed, and entire neighborhoods were turned into rivers, with stores and homes damaged by mud and water.

Floods blur boundaries of nature and city

The incident in Göktürk illustrates how floods can erase the distinction between natural waterways and urban infrastructure. For drivers, navigating such conditions becomes an unpredictable challenge, with every movement dictated by the chaotic flow of water and unexpected obstacles.