Fierce wildfires in Turkey’s western Izmir province have forced evacuations in five areas as flames threaten residential neighborhoods and industrial zones. Strong winds up to 117 km/h rapidly spread the blaze, halting helicopter use. Specialized aircraft and ground crews are battling the fires. A separate landfill fire near Gaziemir has spread to forests, endangering car dealerships and the Otokent industrial area. Residents are attempting to protect their homes, and flights at Izmir Airport have been temporarily suspended due to the situation.
A massive wildfire in the western Turkish province of Izmir is threatening residential neighborhoods and industrial zones, according to local media and eyewitnesses. Residents are evacuating their homes to move to safer areas due to the intensity of the blaze, reports AFP.
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