A forest fire broke out in the Gülnar district of Mersin, Turkey. The fire grew rapidly with the effect of the wind, and it was reported that teams were mobilized for land and air intervention. Along with firefighting crews, 20 sprinklers, 1 aircraft and 3 helicopters support the firefighting. Crews continue to extinguish the flames.
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Download File: https://iha.news/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/iha-2022-09-07_06-49-55_458511.mp4?_=1The forest fire that began in İzmir’s Aliağa district and spread to Foça has been brought under control after intense aerial and ground efforts. A second fire in Bozköy, which started near industrial facilities, also threatened residential areas, prompting evacuations.
Six aircraft, five helicopters, and dozens of land vehicles responded. The fire reportedly began from burning garbage, and one suspect has been detained. Cooling operations continue in the region.
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