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15 Nov 2022 | 09:25 PM UTC

Turkey: Authorities responding to car explosion in Istanbul's Fatih district early Nov. 16

FLASH: Authorities responding to car explosion in Istanbul's Fatih district early Nov. 16. Avoid the area.

Critical

Event

Authorities are responding to a car explosion that occurred on Koca Mustafapasa Avenue in Istanbul's Fatih district during the early hours of Nov. 16. The cause of the blast remains unknown; there have been no initial reports of casualties.

This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.

Advice

Avoid the scene of the blast until authorities have secured the area and given the all-clear.