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The increase in plankton population due to the increase in temperature has turned Iznik Lake in Bursa into turquoise. The sea, where the submerged historical basilica became even more visible, resembled the beaches of the Maldives. The…

A drilling rig collapsed on workers in an oil exploration field on Gabar Mountain in Şırnak, Türkiye. Three workers were injured, said authorities. Rescue teams are working on removing the workers from under the rubble.

The half-moon formed a stunning view in Istanbul yesterday evening. Its bright appearance over the Suleymaniye Mosque, which was clearly visible from the Uskudar coast, attracted many photographers. Moon's images taken with a tele lens,…

A forest fire broke out at around 14.30 in the mountainous area in the Konyaaltı district of Türkiye's Antalya province, which is one of the most popular tourist cities. Many firefighters, 3 planes, 2 helicopters, 5 vehicles and 2 water…

Heavy rains, which started in the evening in Giresun, caused floods and landslides in the city center, Tirebolu, Espiye and Doğankent districts. One house in Köseler village of Tirebolu district was destroyed, while several other houses…

A forest fire broke out for an unknown reason in the Küçükköy region of Ayvalık, a tourist district of Balıkesir province, yesterday. Upon notice, fire brigades were sent to the area. Although the flames caused panic as the fire were close…

Karagöl and Çini Lake in Niğde's Bolkar Mountains are celebrated for their unique wildlife and stunning natural scenery. Home to the rare Taurus frog and Yılkı horses, the area also features protected plant species,…

Thousands of flamingo chicks have hatched in Lake Tuz (Salt Lake), a vital wetland located in Aksaray, Türkiye. Known for its significance as a breeding ground and a major source of the country's salt, Lake Tuz attracts…

After 18 hours, firefighting efforts have improved against a forest fire that started in Izmir, Türkiye. Strong winds initially caused the flames to spread, prompting evacuations in Gaziemir's Sarnıç District. However, the threat…

A forest fire started in an area not so far away to to the settlements in Zafer neighborhood in Izmir's Buca district at around 13:00 local time. The Izmir Regional Directorate of Forestry sent numerous air and land vehicles to intervene in…