Frozen Lake in Van, Türkiye: Seagulls Face Struggles

Türkiye’s eastern province of Van experienced frigid temperatures, dropping to 10 degrees below zero, resulting in the freezing of Lake Sıhke in Ipekyolu district. The shorelines of the lake formed a captivating ice layer, attracting thousands of seagulls. The cold weather made it challenging for the seagulls to find food. İpekyolu Municipality teams, along with animal lovers, intervened by providing bread to the hungry seagulls stranded on the frozen lake. The picturesque scenes highlight the impact of the harsh weather on both nature and wildlife.