Tornado kills four workers in Antalya, Turkey

On the evening of Monday, October 26, 2026, a powerful tornado struck the Fevzi Cakmak district of Antalya, Turkey, resulting in the deaths of four workers and the injury of one other. The storm destroyed two metal residential units at a construction site where the workers were staying, launching the occupants. Two victims died at the scene, while two others passed away after being transported to the hospital. The fifth worker sustained injuries, though their condition is reported as not life-threatening.

Emergency response teams, including ambulances, police, firefighters, and the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), were deployed to the scene to assist in the aftermath. The site also sustained additional damage when a crane was overturned, though no further casualties occurred during that specific incident. Antalya Governor Hulusi Sahin has been overseeing the official response to the disaster.

Prior to the event, the Turkish State Meteorological Service had issued a yellow weather warning for the region regarding potential heavy rainfall. While local authorities continue to manage the site, the investigation into the impact of the extreme weather conditions remains ongoing.