Rising Maritsa River waters flood agricultural lands near Edirne after heavy rains

2026-02-19 - 12:12

An aerial photograph taken February 19, 2026, shows elevated water levels in the Maritsa River near Edirne after recent heavy rainfall inundated the region. The river's discharge reached 1,273 cubic meters per second, causing water to spread into agricultural lands surrounding Bosnakoy village. Impact on Farmland The rising waters have begun encroaching onto agricultural areas, threatening crops and farmland in the Bosnakoy vicinity. Local authorities are monitoring the situation as the Maritsa River, which forms part of the border between Türkiye and Greece, continues to carry high volumes of water from upstream precipitation. Regional Weather Context The flooding follows a period of intense rainfall across northwestern Türkiye, affecting river systems in the region. The Maritsa, known as Meriç in Turkish, is prone to seasonal flooding, and current water levels are being closely observed for potential impacts on nearby communities and agricultural production.