Intense Wildfires Ravage Western Turkey, Prompting Mass Evacuations

Strong winds and dry conditions have exacerbated fires, affecting multiple provinces and leading to significant property damage.

Over 130 fires have erupted across Turkey in the past week, with eight major blazes still active.
Nearly 4,000 residents have been evacuated from affected areas, including Izmir, Manisa, Bolu, and Aydin.
Firefighters are battling the flames with the aid of aircraft and hundreds of vehicles, but challenging terrain hinders efforts.
Authorities have detained six individuals on suspicion of arson related to the wildfires.
High temperatures, low humidity, and strong winds continue to pose a high risk for further fires in the region.