Latest on Forest Fires: Minister Yumaklı's New Statement

Minister of Agriculture and Forestry İbrahim Yumaklı made a statement regarding the latest situation of forest fires in Turkey. Minister Yumaklı stated that the forest fires in Antalya Alanya, Kocaeli Dilovası, and Balıkesir Marmara Island have been completely brought under control, while the fire in İzmir Buca has been largely controlled.The minister emphasized that teams are working tirelessly with air and land elements. Efforts to completely control the fires in Aydın Çine and Balıkesir Susurluk are ongoing.Yumaklı called on citizens to be cautious.

Our green homeland belongs to all of us. Let's not light fires outdoors. Let's avoid behaviors that could cause fires. If we see even the slightest smoke or flame, let's report it to the 112 Emergency Call Center. A single spark can destroy a forest.