Massive forest fires have erupted across parts of Turkiye’s Antalya province, leading to the evacuation of communities and areas close to seaside resorts, local reports say. The blazes have sent plumes of smoke over populated zones and forced residents and visitors to leave some locations as a precaution.
Antalya, a province on Turkiye’s Mediterranean coast known for its holiday resorts, has seen emergency measures put in place to protect people and property. Authorities have reportedly moved to clear areas near the fires and to provide temporary shelter and assistance to those displaced.
Emergency services are engaged in efforts to contain the fires and to limit further spread, while monitoring continues in affected districts. Firefighting operations and coordination with local agencies are under way as officials assess the situation and the needs of evacuees.
The cause of the fires has not been detailed in the initial reports. Officials and emergency teams are continuing response work, and residents and visitors in the wider area have been advised to follow guidance from local authorities as the situation develops.