Walnut-Sized Snow Blankets Everything in Minutes
Recent Hailstorms Cause Concern Among Farmers in Kars
The General Directorate of Meteorology issued a warning on a recent afternoon, leading to intense downpours and unexpected hail in various neighborhoods, including Elmagölü, Mercin, Ekinyazı, and Hamdilli. Farmers in these areas expressed their distress as the hailstones were reported to be the size of walnuts, raising concerns about damage to their crops.
One resident lamented while displaying the heavy rain on her mobile phone, stating, “Gone are my beautiful peppers, products, roses.” In response to the situation, authorities indicated that damage assessment studies would commence once the rainfall subsided.
Unexpected Hail in Kars
In Kars, a sudden hailstorm briefly disrupted life in several villages, including Bozkale, Güdeli, and Söğütlü. This unexpected weather event left agricultural lands and surroundings blanketed in a white layer of hail, making the terrain resemble a winter wonderland—even though winter is a season now passed.
The hailstorm, which lasted about five minutes, did not inflict significant damage on the land due to the relatively small size of the hailstones. However, the brief but intense storm served as a reminder of the harshness sometimes faced during the winter months, now slowly receding into memory.
Following the storm, residents noted that the air returned to normal conditions, though many were visually taken aback by the unanticipated precipitation.
Conclusion
As Kars continues to recover from these weather disturbances, farmers and residents alike remain vigilant, hoping for stable conditions in the future. The effects of nature can be unpredictable, and local authorities are mobilizing to address any potential agricultural losses.
