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A storm in Birecik, Şanlıurfa caused a solar‑powered water tank to fall on a car, killing 23‑year‑old Nur Çakmak. Her brother survived and she was buried after
Nur Çakmak, a 23‑year‑old who had just completed a two‑year dental‑technician program and was preparing for the KPSS exam, died when a water tank attached to a solar panel fell onto the car she and her brother had taken shelter under during a severe storm in Birecik, Şanlıurfa [1].
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The violent winds lifted a water tank that had been installed on the roof of a building to collect rainwater for a solar‑powered system. The tank broke free and struck the car that Nur and her brother had parked beneath the structure while they waited for the storm to pass [6]. The impact was fatal for Nur, who was pronounced dead at the scene, while her brother emerged unharmed. Emergency services performed an autopsy, after which the family retrieved the body and transported it to Durak Mahallesi for burial.
In Durak Mahallesi, relatives gathered for a brief prayer before the burial. The ceremony was described as emotional, with tears from family members as they laid Nur to rest [7]. Local news outlets reported the incident as a tragic reminder of the dangers posed by unsecured rooftop installations during extreme weather events.
The incident highlights the vulnerability of rooftop equipment, especially in regions prone to sudden storms. It underscores the need for stricter safety inspections of solar‑related installations to prevent similar accidents. Authorities may review building codes and enforcement practices to ensure that water tanks and other fixtures are securely anchored, reducing the risk of future fatalities.
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