Turkey now! Istanbul closes all highways! The whole world is praying for the lives of people!

In a sudden turn of weather, Istanbul was hit by a severe hailstorm on Tuesday, causing widespread damage to buildings, cars, and infrastructure. The hailstones, some as big as golf balls, pounded the city for more than 20 minutes, leaving streets and pavements covered in ice and causing chaos on the roads. According to local reports, the hailstorm caused power outages and disrupted transportation services in several parts of the city. Videos and pictures shared on social media showed the extent of the damage, with broken windows, dented cars, and flooded streets. The Turkish Meteorological Service had issued a warning earlier in the day, forecasting strong winds and possible hailstorms in the region. However, the intensity of the hailstorm caught many by surprise, with some residents describing it as one of the worst they had ever witnessed. The authorities have urged residents to exercise caution and avoid unnecessary travel until the storm subsides. The damage caused by the hailstorm is still being assessed, and it is not yet clear how long it will take to repair the affected areas. The hailstorm comes as Turkey continues to battle a surge in Covid-19 cases, with restrictions in place to curb the spread of the virus.