Şehir HatlarıDense fog affecting Istanbul on the morning of Monday, August 3, severely impacted maritime transport, leading to the temporary cancellation of many Şehir Hatları ferry services. Due to visibility dropping below safe navigation limits, and prioritizing passenger safety, services have been suspended until further notice.
Ferry Services Cancelled in Istanbul Due to Fog
Dense fog, which began in the morning and intensified over the Istanbul Strait and the Sea of Marmara, caused disruptions in maritime traffic. Şehir Hatları officials announced that due to reduced visibility, safe navigation for vessels was not possible, and therefore, services on certain lines were halted as of Monday, August 3. This situation affected thousands of passengers who use ferries from busy piers such as Eminönü and Kadıköy, especially during morning rush hour commutes.
Şehir Hatları Services Cancelled on Monday, August 3
Due to dense fog, the following Şehir Hatları services have been cancelled or temporarily suspended on Monday, August 3:
- Kadıköy - Kabataş
- Kadıköy - Beşiktaş
- Kadıköy - Karaköy - Eminönü
- Üsküdar - Karaköy - Eminönü
- Üsküdar - Haliç
- Kadıköy - Haliç
- Beşiktaş - Haliç
- Kadıköy - Üsküdar - Ortaköy
- Kadıköy - Beşiktaş - İstinye - Sarıyer
- Küçüksu - Beşiktaş - Kabataş
- Üsküdar - Aşiyan
- 08:00 Arnavutköy - Eminönü
- 08:05 Çengelköy - Eminönü
- Bostancı - Moda - Karaköy - Kabataş
- Çengelköy - İstinye Ring Line
Important Announcement and Recommendations for Passengers
Passengers planning to use maritime transport should check the official Şehir Hatları website, social media accounts, or mobile application before their journey. It has been stated that services will resume once weather conditions return to normal, but updated information will be shared instantly by the operator. Considering alternative transportation methods will minimize potential inconveniences. Especially for busy routes like Eminönü - Kadıköy, alternative public transport options should be considered.