Large-scale forest fires in Turkey have approached areas popular among tourists, such as Bodrum, Marmaris, Manavgat

Fires have also been reported in Mugla, Mersin, Hatay, Karabuk, Kahramanmaraş, and Uşak, where aviation and ground forces are being deployed.

 

The fire has also approached Antalya Airport. 480 households have been evacuated, 1,765 people have been rescued, and more than 1,100 specialists and about 500 pieces of equipment are working.

According to preliminary data, 10 people have died — 5 foresters and 5 rescuers, and 14 others are in hospitals.