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CatastropheTurkey

Emergency crews battle multiple wildfires in Turkey

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June 30, 2025

Firefighters in Turkey are battling dozens of wildfires that have driven nearly 50,000 people from their homes. Strong winds and high temperatures sparked the flames at the weekend. Wildfires have been reported across the country, but the three biggest blazes are in the western province of Izmir.

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