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Tornado Strikes Sungurlu District, Çorum — 80% of Buildings in Oyaca Village Uninhabitable – May 2026

Occurred 14 May 2026·Detected 15 May 2026·
🇹🇷 Sungurlu district, Çorum province, Turkey — specifically Oyaca village2 reportsEnded 18 May 2026
Natural CatastrophePropertyMarine CargoEnergyCasualty & Liability

A tornado struck the Sungurlu district of Çorum province in Turkey, causing significant structural damage. Çorum Governor Ali Çalgan confirmed that approximately 80% of buildings in Oyaca village are uninhabitable following the event. The governor publicly disclosed the damage assessment, indicating widespread property destruction in the affected community.

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Part of:Global Extreme Heat and Severe Weather Episode – May 2026 (Extended)(4 related events)

Impact verdict

Low impact. Damage is localised to a single village (Oyaca) in Sungurlu district, Çorum province. While 80% of village buildings are reportedly uninhabitable, the event's geographic scope is very limited, suggesting modest insured losses in a rural Turkish setting.

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Affected countries

🇹🇷 Turkey

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