Turkey’s General Directorate of Forestry has shared the latest information on forest fires in Antalya, Mersin and Adana.
According to the General Directorate of Forestry, the intensity of the fires in Antalya and Mersin has been reduced, while firefighters continue to battle an ongoing forest fire in Adana.
Forest Fires in Antalya and Mersin
The General Directorate of Forestry said fires that started in non forest areas in the Aksu and Kumluca districts of Antalya and in Bozyazı in Mersin have been brought under control to a large extent.
Although the intensity of the fires has been reduced, firefighting teams are continuing their work to bring the fires completely under control.
The authorities have also urged people to remain extremely careful, warning that even a single spark can destroy not only forests but also the habitats of countless animals.
Fire in Adana Spreads to Nearby Districts
The situation remains more serious in Adana, where a forest fire that started in the Kozan district has spread towards forested areas in parts of the neighbouring İmamoğlu and Aladağ districts.
The fire started yesterday in a rural area of Doğanalanı. Firefighting operations continued throughout the night, and aerial intervention began again after daylight.
A large firefighting force has been deployed to the area, including aircraft, helicopters, drones, water tankers, fire engines and heavy machinery.
According to the information released by the authorities, three firefighting aircraft, nine helicopters, two drones, 55 water tankers, 14 water supply vehicles and several other vehicles were among the resources sent to the area. A total of 112 vehicles and 476 personnel were involved in the firefighting operation.
As a precaution, 40 homes in Enizçakırı were evacuated, according to the Adana Governor’s Office.
Firefighters are continuing to work to bring the Kozan fire under control.
Forest Fire in Bozyazı, Mersin
Another fire broke out in a forested area above banana greenhouses near Aksaz in Tekeli, in Mersin’s Bozyazı district.
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined.
Two firefighting aircraft, five helicopters, 66 ground vehicles and 230 personnel were sent to the area.
Additional equipment, including water tankers, water supply vehicles, excavators, bulldozers and trailers, was also brought in to support the operation.
The intervention by firefighting teams has reduced the intensity of the fire, while aerial and ground operations continue to bring it fully under control.
The General Directorate of Forestry continues to warn the public to take great care during periods of high fire risk. Forests are home to countless trees, animals and other living creatures, and a small spark can quickly become a major fire.
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