Forest fire in Çanakkale! Flames have spread to the world-famous Assos Ancient City.

In the forest fire that broke out in the Ayvacık district of Çanakkale, the flames reached the Assos Ancient City. The flames were brought under control after hours of work. In a statement, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism stated that cultural assets were not damaged and said, "Assos Archaeological Site will be closed to visitors on June 27, 28, and 29 for cooling and necessary assessment work."

A fire broke out in the shrubbery area in Behram village, which is located in the Ayvacık district of Çanakkale. The fire, whose cause is unknown yet, spread towards the coastal area due to the effect of the wind.

RACE AGAINST TIME BEGINS

Upon notification, Ayvacık Forestry Management teams and Ayvacık Municipality firefighters were dispatched to the region. Work has started to extinguish the fire with the support of the villagers.

FLAMES REACHED THE ENTRANCE OF THE ANCIENT CITY

The shrub fire spread to the entrance of the Assos Ancient City. Teams intervened from the air and land to prevent damage to the ancient city.

FIRE UNDER CONTROL, ANCIENT CITY CLOSED TO VISITORS

The fire has been brought under control. In a statement from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, it was stated that "The fire near the Assos Archaeological Site in Çanakkale has been brought under control, and cultural assets have not been damaged. The Assos Archaeological Site will be closed to visitors on June 27, 28, and 29 for cooling and necessary assessment work."

1 FIRE TRUCK BURNED

While the teams continue their work in the region, a fire truck caught in the flames became unusable.

Here are the aerial images taken during the fire: