Where in Turkey is on fire?
Wildfires have broken out in nearby Greece and Italy, but Turkey has been hit hard with nearly 235,000 acres burned. In Turkey, the fires have broken out in the Mediterranean region, including Antalya, Adana, Mersin and Marmaris. Wildfires raging in Turkey for a fifth day have pushed the death toll to eight.
Is the fire still burning in Turkey?
As of 9 August 2021, two fires were still burning, both in Muğla….2021 Turkey wildfires.
| 2021 Turkish wildfires | |
|---|---|
| Date(s) | 28 July – 12 August 2021 |
| Deaths | 9 |
| Non-fatal injuries | 800+ |
| Season |
Why is Turkey on fire?
The region bore the brunt of the destruction caused by fast-spreading wildfires that have ravaged the south of the country for nearly two weeks amid scorching heat, low humidity and constantly shifting strong winds.
Is Turkey fire under control?
Turkey has gotten under control all the forest fires in the country, except for two blazes in the southwest, said the agriculture and forestry minister on Aug. 9.
Who started the fires in Turkey?
Members of PKK not only set the forests on fire but also oil pipes and government institutions. The fires in the Mediterranean, a region that is the heart of Turkish tourism, saw 2,000 hectares of land destroyed in five days as a result of PKK arson attacks that the group claimed responsibility.
Who started Turkish fires?
Members of PKK not only set the forests on fire but also oil pipes and government institutions. The fires in the Mediterranean, a region that is the heart of Turkish tourism, saw 2,000 hectares of land destroyed in five days as a result of PKK arson attacks that the group claimed responsibility.
Where can I donate to Turkey wildfires?
Second Harvest Food Bank, San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties (Donate Here) Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County (Donate Here) SF-Marin Food Bank (Donate Here) Redwood Empire Food Bank, Santa Rosa (Donate Here)