Forest fires in Hatay were brought under control thanks to the rapid intervention of teams. The fires were extinguished with interventions from both land and air.

The fire started in the Kisecik neighborhood of Antakya. Fire and Forest Regional Directorate teams quickly intervened and extinguished the fire before it spread. Approximately 1 hectare of land was damaged.

Teams have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire. Factors such as sparks from electrical wires are among the possible causes of the fires.

The forest fires in Hatay threaten the local wildlife. However, thanks to the rapid intervention of teams, a major disaster was averted.

After the fires were brought under control, cooling operations continue. Authorities will conduct a detailed investigation into the causes of the fires.