Teams race to control forest fire in northwestern Türkiye
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A forest fire erupted in the Kuruçeşme area of Kocaeli on Sunday afternoon, triggering an immediate response from emergency services.
The blaze, reported at approximately 2:00 p.m. local time, rapidly spread through the forested region, with the cause of the fire still under investigation.
Local residents alerted authorities, prompting the swift deployment of firefighters and personnel from the Forest Regional Directorate. Teams are actively working to contain the flames, but the fire remains uncontained as efforts continue.
No injuries or damage to residential areas have been reported at this time. Local officials are closely monitoring the situation and coordinating firefighting operations to protect the region. Further updates are expected as the situation develops. (ILKHA)
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