Multiple Tornadoes Devastate Antalya Province, Turkey, Damaging Greenhouses and Infrastructure

Severe Weather Strikes Antalya

Multiple tornadoes swept through Antalya Province, Turkey, late on January 26, 2026, inflicting significant damage across several coastal and inland districts. The severe weather event, which included powerful storms and heavy rainfall, exacerbated conditions in a region already grappling with recent flooding. Initial reports indicate no loss of life or injuries from the tornadoes.

Widespread Agricultural and Infrastructure Damage

The agricultural sector bore the brunt of the tornadoes' force, with an estimated 202 hectares (500 acres) of greenhouses severely damaged or destroyed. These greenhouses, vital for the cultivation of fruit and vegetable crops such as tomatoes, peppers, and zucchini, sustained extensive losses.

Beyond agriculture, infrastructure across the affected districts also suffered considerable harm. Reports detail:

• Roofs ripped off residential and commercial buildings
• Shattered windows and overturned solar water heaters
• Disrupted energy transmission lines, leading to widespread power outages
• Damage to boats and riverside structures, particularly in the Aksu district

Affected Districts and Official Response

The tornadoes impacted numerous districts within Antalya Province, including Kumluca, Finike, Aksu, Manavgat, Kepez, Demre, Kaş, and Serik. In Finike, a waterspout that formed at sea moved ashore, causing significant destruction in the Saklısu Neighborhood. In Kumluca, the tornado tore through Mavikent and Yenice neighborhoods, damaging nearly 100 hectares of greenhouses.

Officials have confirmed that damage assessment efforts are underway. Hidayet Kökçe, President of the Kumluca Agricultural Chamber, expressed relief that there were no fatalities or injuries, stating, 'The absence of loss of life and injuries is our greatest consolation.' Kumluca District Governor Bahadır Güneş also reported no deaths or injuries and affirmed that necessary assistance would be provided once damage assessments are complete.

Ongoing Recovery Efforts

Emergency teams are actively working to restore power, clear debris, and assess the full extent of the damage. The severe weather event underscores the vulnerability of the region's agricultural infrastructure to extreme climatic conditions, particularly when combined with existing challenges like flooding. The focus remains on supporting affected communities and facilitating recovery in the wake of this natural disaster.