Turkey Evacuates Over 50,000 Amid Wildfires in Izmir, Two Dead, Flights Suspended, Six of Nine Fires Contained

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Updated Jul 4, 2025, 05:22 PM

Turkey has been battling widespread wildfires primarily in its western province of Izmir since June 29, 2025. The fires, fueled by strong winds reaching up to 30 miles per hour and record-breaking temperatures exceeding 40°C (104°F), have caused the evacuation of over 50,000 people across multiple provinces including Izmir, Hatay, and Bilecik. The Turkish Disaster Management Authority (AFAD) reported that the majority of evacuations—around 42,000—were from Izmir alone, where the fires have affected 41 settlements and damaged approximately 200 homes. Flight operations at Izmir airport were suspended due to the fires.

Firefighters have been combating the blazes for over a week, with six out of nine wildfires in Izmir now contained. The fires have resulted in two confirmed fatalities. Officials suspect faulty electrical cables may have contributed to the outbreak of the fires. Emergency funds have been allocated to assist with firefighting efforts and evacuations. The situation remains critical as firefighters continue to battle the flames amid ongoing high temperatures and strong winds.

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Wildfires that have been raging since Wednesday across three districts in Turkiye's western Izmir province have claimed two lives as firefighters battle flames fueled by strong winds, low humidity, and scorching heat.

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Six out of nine wildfires in Turkey’s western Izmir province have been contained. Officials say faulty cables may have been to blame for the blazes which killed two people