Repeated explosions at electrical transformer in Istanbul's Şişli district
Nov 2026Published 10 Nov 2026Responsible editor: Chief Editor
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What happened
According to a report by Haberler.com published on 8 November 2026, an electrical transformer exploded repeatedly in the Şişli district of Istanbul, Turkey. The report gives no exact time of the incident and does not state whether it occurred on that day. The cause of the explosions had not been determined at the time of reporting. A citizen's mobile phone camera recorded the successive blasts, which caused fear and panic among nearby residents.
Fire brigade and electrical fault teams were sent to the area shortly afterwards. For safety reasons, the teams cut off the electricity supply to the street while they worked. The report does not state whether anyone was injured, nor who owns or operates the transformer.
Contributing factors
Not reported. The source states only that the cause of the explosion was undetermined at the time of reporting.
Lessons learned
- Inspect and maintain transformers regularly, including insulation, protection relays and, where applicable, oil condition, so that faults can be found before they escalate.
- When a transformer fails repeatedly, isolate it quickly and keep the public clear of the area, as nearby residents may be exposed to further blasts.
- Preserve fault records and equipment evidence after an incident so that the cause can be established.
More lessons on electrical protection and isolation, investigation and fleet-wide checks, from every incident on the register.
Source
Published 2026-11-10. Written from public reporting. Descriptive, not investigative. See the data accuracy disclaimer.
