Ankara and Istanbul to Face Serious Drinking Water Issues

Ankara and Istanbul are set to encounter serious challenges regarding drinking water supply as Turkey experiences its driest period in 52 years, according to the newspaper 'Posta'.

'Precipitation in Turkey has decreased by 26 percent compared to seasonal norms. This year, the expected rainfall was 520 millimeters per square meter, but only about 380 millimeters has fallen,' the publication quotes.

It notes that significant problems related to drinking water supply are inevitable in populated areas and metropolises that lack sufficient urban infrastructure, reservoirs, or adequate supply.

'Currently, the capacity of our reservoirs in Ankara is around 13.3 percent. This is quite a low figure, and it is evident that serious difficulties will arise,' the newspaper's article states.