Rock spire collapses at Turkish tourist site, killing at least two

Summarised from 4 outlets · Updated 29 Oct, 15:46 · Archive

A rock spire collapsed in Turkey's Cappadocia region after heavy rainfall triggered a landslide, killing at least two people.

A landslide triggered by heavy rainfall caused a rock spire known as a 'fairy chimney' to collapse in Turkey's Cappadocia region on Thursday afternoon. The incident occurred in the town of Goreme near an open-air museum. Nevsehir Governor Huseyin Kok stated that two people were killed and one injured person was taken to hospital. However, The Mirror reports that at least three people have died and five were injured, with others feared trapped beneath the rubble.

Eyewitnesses reported hearing a loud noise as the massive rock formation crumbled, followed by clouds of dust. Authorities deployed medical and rescue teams to the scene, and the area was immediately closed to the public. Search and rescue operations were ongoing at the site with all available resources.

Cappadocia is a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its distinctive rock formations created by ancient volcanic activity and attracts tourists from around the world. The collapse comes as hot air balloon tours in the region were cancelled this week due to extreme weather conditions including rainfall and strong winds. Justice minister Akın Gürlek expressed condolences to those affected and called for a speedy recovery for the injured. An investigation into the incident has been launched.

How it is being reported

• At least three dead after rock formation collapse at popular Turkish tourist destinationThe rock formation collapse occurred on Thursday, with emergency services called to the sceneIndependent World · 29 Oct, 16:25
• Deadly rock collapse at famous Turkiye tourist siteDeadly rock collapse at famous Turkiye tourist siteAl Jazeera · 29 Oct, 16:20
• At least 2 dead in rock collapse at tourist site in Turkey as more feared trappedAt least two people have been killed following a rock collapse in the town of Goreme in Cappadocia this afternoon following a landslide caused by heavy rainThe Mirror · 29 Oct, 15:24
• Rock spire collapses at famous Turkish tourist spot, killing twoThe incident occurred at 3.15 pm local timewhen a landslide triggered a rockfall in the town of Goreme near the open-air museum, Kok said.Daily Mail · 29 Oct, 14:05

In this story: Cappadocia · Goreme · Huseyin Kok · Turkey · Akın Gürlek

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