Türkiye has issued yellow weather warnings for 16 provinces across its eastern and southeastern regions as heavy rainfall and deteriorating weather conditions are expected.

According to meteorologists, variable cloud cover is forecast across most of the country, while several regions are expected to experience intense precipitation, TRT Haber reports.

The yellow alert covers the provinces of Adıyaman, Bingöl, Bitlis, Diyarbakır, Elazığ, Gaziantep, Hakkari, Hatay, Malatya, Mardin, Muş, Siirt, Şanlıurfa, Batman, Şırnak and Kilis.

Forecasters have warned of possible flash floods, flooding, landslides, transport disruptions, lightning strikes and hailstorms.

Strong wind gusts and waterspouts are also possible in coastal areas.

Residents have been urged to exercise caution, monitor weather updates and take the expected conditions into account when travelling.

Temperatures across Türkiye are forecast to remain 3-6 degrees Celsius below seasonal averages.