Istanbul Buildings Collapse, Trapping Residents
Istanbul, Turkey – Dramatic scenes unfolded in Istanbul’s Ayvansaray district Sunday as two buildings suddenly collapsed, leaving an unknown number of people trapped under rubble, according to initial reports. Rescue efforts are currently underway, with authorities working to reach potential survivors.
Images circulating online show significant damage and debris in the area. The cause of the collapse is currently under investigation, though officials have indicated a possible gas explosion as a contributing factor.
As of Sunday afternoon, three individuals have been rescued from the wreckage and transported to local hospitals for treatment, sources say. It is believed that five people were inside the buildings when the collapse occurred.
This incident comes less than six months after a seven-story apartment building collapsed in Gebze, Turkey, in late October 2025, trapping a family of five. While details of that incident remain limited, it highlights the ongoing concerns regarding building safety and infrastructure in parts of Turkey.
The collapse in Istanbul’s Fatih district has prompted a swift response from local emergency services. The situation remains fluid, and further updates will be provided as they become available.
