Editorial news visual · Snow in Rize: Depth reaches 70 centimetres on Handüzü Plateau · Mirat Haber
Snow depth reached 70 centimetres on Handüzü Plateau in Rize’s Güneysu district. Heavy snow and blizzard conditions left some vehicles stranded, while slippery roads led to accidents. Snowfall at higher elevations made travel difficult for drivers using routes to the plateaus.
Snowfall that began on Handüzü Plateau on 5 November intensified on 8 November, accompanied by blizzard conditions. Alongside the heavy snow, reduced visibility and slippery roads made it difficult for drivers to proceed. Some vehicles became stranded and accidents occurred on slippery roads; the disruption was not limited to snow accumulation.
The cold weather affecting Rize in early November gave way to heavy snowfall at higher elevations. Roads and the surrounding landscape on Handüzü Plateau were blanketed in snow.
The Turkish State Meteorological Service’s assessment, issued on 7 November, highlighted the risks of ice and frost as well as heavy snow. The heavy precipitation warning was reported to remain in effect until midday on Monday, 9 November. Snow also covered the Ayder, Kavrun, Huser, Avusor and Samistal plateaus in Çamlıhemşin district. On Cimil Plateau in İkizdere district, snow depth was reported to have exceeded 30 centimetres.
Snow also made travel difficult along the Mount Ovit route. The Haberler.com report put snow depth around Ovit at 50 centimetres in its main text, while its summary said it had exceeded 50 centimetres.
Handüzü Plateau is in Rize’s Güneysu district, at an elevation of about 1,800 metres. Snowfall began on 5 November and intensified on 8 November, accompanied by blizzard conditions.
Affected areas and weather warnings
Why did travel become difficult on Handüzü Plateau?
Warnings for drivers using plateau roads
Snow also covers other plateaus
Frequently asked questions
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