Water leak creates traffic hazard in Alanya: Car crashes on slippery road
A persistent water leak in the Sugözü district of Alanya has created hazardous driving conditions on one of the area’s roads, which recently resulted in a car accident.
The water, which has been flowing onto the road surface for several days, made the tarmac extremely slippery, causing a vehicle to slide off the road.
Local residents are now demanding an immediate resolution to the dangerous situation, which poses a significant risk to permanent residents, tourists, and visitors to the region.
Residents of Sugözü Mahallesi are calling for swift action from local authorities after the long-standing leak made a local road treacherous.
The constant flow of water has persisted for days, and the slick surface recently led to a car losing control and crashing, an incident that underscores the severity of the situation. This event highlights growing concern among residents, who report having notified the authorities about the issue for quite some time without any repairs being carried out.
The constant stream of water creates a slick film that is particularly dangerous in areas with bends or inclines, posing an unexpected and serious threat to all motorists travelling in the area, regardless of their local knowledge.
For tourists, foreign residents, and other visitors staying in or planning to visit Alanya, such unforeseen road hazards are of great concern.
The area around Sugözü is a popular residential district and holiday destination, and many people use cars, scooters, or taxis for transport.
A slippery road, especially one that has been hazardous for days, represents a significant risk for those who are unfamiliar with local conditions or do not expect such obstacles, potentially leading to accidents resulting in personal injury. The residents of Sugözü are therefore emphasising the urgent need for municipal services to quickly repair the leak.
They point out that the current situation is not only dangerous but also leads to unnecessary accidents that could have been prevented with timely maintenance.
A prompt repair would restore safety to the roads and ensure that both local residents and visitors can travel safely through this part of the city.
Until the problem is resolved, all motorists travelling in Sugözü Mahallesi, including tourists and foreign residents, are advised to exercise extreme caution.
Please be aware of potentially slippery road sections, particularly on bends and in shaded areas.
Stay updated on local news for information regarding repairs and when the road is fully safe to use again.
Source: Gazete Alanya
