The old bridge at the entrance to Tortum Falls is flooded with tourists in the Uzundere district of Erzurum, endangering the safety of pedestrians and vehicles.
The old bridge at the entrance to Tortum Waterfall, known as the third largest waterfall in Europe and the largest in Türkiye, poses a serious danger to both pedestrians and vehicles. Gaps in railings on bridges cause concern, especially when pedestrians are crossing.
Pedestrians cannot cross the bridge because the bridge is only wide enough for one vehicle to pass. Wide gaps in the railing pose a great danger to motorbikes and pedestrians. The increase in water flow rate through the canal during the spring months further increases the risk.
Local people said that many years ago, a baby fell down the bridge railing and a shop owner jumped into the canal to save the baby at the last moment. People are calling on the government to renew the bridge and ensure its safety.
