Massive Wildfires Rage in Turkey’s Izmir – Video and Photos

Wildfires‍ rage across Turkey’s Izmir province, forcing evacuations and flight cancellations.

According too webangah ⁤News Agency, Turkish media ‌reports confirm widespread‌ wildfires in Izmir province, ‍western ⁤Turkey, with images showing massive flames⁢ engulfing⁤ forested ⁢areas.

Local ⁤authorities state the⁢ fires began yesterday and continue spreading due to strong winds reaching 40-50 km/h. Four villages ⁢have been evacuated⁢ so far.

Izmir Airport has suspended all ⁢flights ‍as the wildfires intensify near the region.

Agriculture and⁤ Forestry‌ Minister İbrahim Yumaklı ​reported: “The⁤ fire​ grew more⁢ severe overnight in ​Kuşadası​ and Doğanbey districts due‌ to high winds. ⁤Over 1,000 personnel are⁢ currently battling the flames using helicopters, firefighting aircraft, and ground vehicles.”

Wildfire in Izmir
Firefighting efforts
Aerial view‍ of blaze

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