08.07.2026 18:30
A forest fire broke out in the Kestel district of Bursa. Upon reports from citizens who noticed the flames rising from the area, numerous fire department and Forestry Directorate teams were dispatched to the region. An intensive response is being carried out with helicopters from the air and teams on the ground to bring the fire under control.
A fire broke out in a forested area in the Kestel district of Bursa.
AERIAL AND GROUND INTERVENTION TO THE FLAMES
The fire occurred around 16:30 in a forested area at the Ümitalan Ramp location on the Bursa-Ankara highway. Citizens who noticed the fire, which started for an undetermined reason, reported the situation to the fire department teams.
Upon the notification, numerous fire department and Regional Directorate of Forestry teams were dispatched to the area. Efforts to control the flames continue with aerial support from helicopters and intensive ground intervention by the teams.
CAUSE OF THE FIRE UNDER INVESTIGATION
An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the fire.