The fire in Karabağlar, Izmir, was taken under control 3 days later.

Providing information through social media, the Turkish minister said they have managed to control forest fire in Karabağlar-Tirazlı, Izmir, and cooling works are ongoing.

"I wholeheartedly congratulate our team working in selflessly with 19 helicopters, 237 sprinklers, 25 dozers and 1200 personnel throughout the day," he added. (ILKHA)