Yellow Code Alert Issued for 20 Provinces by Meteorology

September 30, 2026 · GıdaTarım

The General Directorate of Meteorology issued a yellow code warning for 20 cities where heavy rainfall and storms are expected on Wednesday, September 30.

Yellow Alert for 20 Provinces

The General Directorate of Meteorology issued a yellow code warning for a total of 20 provinces due to expected adverse weather conditions on Wednesday, September 30. According to data shared by the institution, heavy rainfall will be effective in the provinces of Artvin, Balıkesir, Bursa, Çanakkale, Giresun, Istanbul, Kastamonu, Kocaeli, Ordu, Rize, Sakarya, Samsun, Sinop, Trabzon, and Yalova. The provinces for which a storm warning was issued were announced as Edirne, Izmir, Kırklareli, Manisa, and Tekirdağ. MGM stated that caution should be exercised against flash floods, inundation, landslides, lightning, and storms in agricultural areas and residential areas.

Meteorological Risks and Color Codes

The General Directorate of Meteorology also shared technical details regarding the meanings of the issued color codes. Yellow code signifies that the weather condition poses a potential hazard and that caution should be exercised in activities that may be affected by meteorological conditions. While green indicates a hazard-free situation at the institutional scale, orange represents a dangerous weather condition with a high risk of damage and loss, and red signifies very dangerous events threatening life over a wide area. It is important for producers and authorities to follow current weather forecasts and be prepared for potential risks.

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