Summary
Turkiye is dealing with wildfires in the western province of Izmir, prompting evacuations in several areas. Strong winds have made firefighting efforts difficult, with operations also affecting the local airport. Fires have been reported in multiple locations with hundreds of personnel and firefighting equipment deployed.
Key Facts
- Four villages and two neighborhoods in Izmir, Turkiye, were evacuated due to wildfires.
- The fires began on June 29, 2025, in Izmir's Seferihisar district and spread because of high winds.
- Winds reaching up to 117 km/h (75 mph) made firefighting challenging.
- Over 1,000 people, helicopters, and aircraft are involved in efforts to control the fires.
- Izmir Adnan Menderes airport operations were suspended due to the fires.
- Fires also threatened an industrial zone and car dealerships near central Izmir.
- Similar fires have recently affected broader southern Europe, with wildfires also reported in France, Greece, and Portugal.
