26.07.2026 13:32
A fire that broke out at the Scrap Dealers' Site in Malatya quickly grew and affected a large area. The fire, which was intervened with numerous fire trucks and police TOMAs, was brought under control after hours of effort. While no loss of life occurred in the fire, material damage was caused.
A fire that broke out at the Scrapyard Site in Malatya quickly grew and affected a wide area. While the flames are being intervened with 3 TOMA water cannons, firefighting teams, and drone support, efforts to bring the fire under control continue.
STARTED AT NIGHT, INTERVENTION CONTINUES
The fire occurred around 03:00 at night in the Hoca Ahmet Yesevi neighborhood of Yeşilyurt district. According to the information obtained, a fire of unknown cause broke out at the Scrapyard Site and quickly grew, affecting a wide area. The dense smoke and flames were visible from many parts of the city. Due to the fire, a container dormitory where workers were staying in the area was evacuated as a precaution.
TOMA WATER CANNONS ARE ALSO ACTIVE
In addition to firefighting teams, 3 TOMA water cannons belonging to the Police Department are providing support in the extinguishing efforts, and the spread of the fire is being tracked from the air using drones. While the intensive intervention by teams on the ground and from the air continues, efforts to bring the fire under control are ongoing.