Turkiye Expects To Have Harshest Winter In Last 50-60 Years
Date
11/28/2024 3:11:03 PM
(MENAFN- AzerNews)
By Alimat Aliyeva
It is predicted that this winter will be the harshest season in
Turkiye in the last 50-60 years. Currently, air temperatures across
the country are lower than in the same period in previous years,
and in some regions, snowfall has arrived earlier than usual,
Azernews reports.
Scientists attribute this to the unusually hot summer months, as
nature tends to adapt to such extremes. This year, Turkiye
experienced its hottest summer since 1970, with average
temperatures at least 2°C higher than normal.
Experts explain that very hot seasons are often followed by a
cold period. Given that the spring and summer months were unusually
hot and rainfall was below average, it was anticipated that winter
would arrive earlier and be harsher than usual.
Since November 23, the temperature across Turkiye has dropped by
10-15°C. In some regions, snow accumulation has exceeded one meter.
Due to the sudden shift in weather conditions, school holidays have
been announced in several provinces of Turkiye as a precautionary
measure.
In addition to the extreme cold, experts are concerned about the
potential impact on agriculture, especially in regions that have
already seen early snow. Early snowfall can disrupt the harvest of
certain crops, and prolonged cold weather could damage both crops
and infrastructure, especially in rural areas.
Meteorologists are keeping a close watch on the situation, as
this early onset of winter, combined with the long-term effects of
climate change, may lead to more unpredictable weather patterns in
the coming years.
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