Drone footage shows extent of huge Turkish wildfires

WorldEnvironment
30 Jun 2025 • 7:16 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Firefighters have been battling wildfires in Turkey which caused the temporary closure of Adnan Menderes Airport near İzmir on Sunday, leading to grounded flights.
  • Over 1,000 personnel, supported by 11 planes and 27 helicopters, were deployed.
  • Three people were hospitalised with smoke inhalation but have since been discharged.
  • The precise extent of the area affected by the fires has not been determined.
  • Watch the video in full above.

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