On 16 October 2026, Istanbul’s Valilik department announced a two‑day suspension of in‑person education and exams after a meeting of the General Directorate of Public Safety. The decision, made in line with a safety resolution, was communicated by the Istanbul Municipality and covered a range of educational venues.
The suspension applies to face‑to‑face classes at Science and Art Centers (BİLSEM), exams at E‑Exam Centers, Support and Training Courses (DYK), and in‑person instruction at Community Education Centers (Halk Eğitim). Officials noted that the expected rainfall would be especially intense in the districts of Arnavutköy, Eyüp, Sarıyer, Beykoz and Şile, prompting the pre‑emptive pause.
Starting on 17 October 2026, the postponed activities remain halted through 18 October 2026. No further details about rescheduling have been released in the available sources, and the measures remain in effect for the stated weekend as a direct response to the forecasted heavy rain.
Starting on 17 October 2026, the postponed activities remain halted through 18 October 2026.