Forest fire in Hatay! 1,800 people were evacuated, 60 houses were damaged.

30.06.2025 20:31

In the forest fire that broke out in the Antakya district of Hatay, a total of 1,800 citizens were evacuated from 3 neighborhoods. The fire was intervened with 4 air vehicles and 414 ground vehicles; Governor Mustafa Masatlı announced that there were no casualties and that damage assessment work would begin.

The Governor of Hatay, Mustafa Masatlı, who conducted inspections in the area where a forest fire broke out in Hatay, stated, "So far, we have 4 air vehicles, 414 ground vehicles, and about a thousand personnel intervening in the fire."

The fire that broke out in the forested area of Karaali Neighborhood in Antakya district of Hatay quickly grew and spread over a wide area. While the intervention to the fire continues from the air and ground, Governor Mustafa Masatlı conducted inspections in the region.

THE GOVERNOR ANNOUNCED: 1800 PEOPLE EVACUATED

Governor Masatlı stated that they have evacuated a total of 1,800 citizens from 3 neighborhoods due to the fire, saying, "So far, we have 4 air vehicles, 414 ground vehicles, and about a thousand personnel intervening in the fire."

"60 HOUSES DAMAGED"

In his statements, Governor Masatlı said, "We have also evacuated approximately 160 households. On the other hand, about 60 of our households have been damaged. So far, we have 4 air vehicles, 414 ground vehicles, and about a thousand personnel intervening in the fire. We currently do not have a clear determination regarding the cause of the fire, but our relevant colleagues are continuing their investigations both technically and locally.

Of course, the point we have reached is significant. Although the intensity of the fire increases in some places, our colleagues are preventing its growth by intervening. The most reassuring aspect for us is that there have been no casualties. On the other hand, starting tomorrow, hopefully, the impact of the fire will decrease. We will assess the damage, especially in residential areas, barns, and other agricultural structures, and our situation will become clear," he stated.