29.06.2026 19:41
A fire that broke out in a wheat field in the Keşan district of Edirne was extinguished before spreading to an adjacent fuel station. The fire damaged 40 acres of land and agricultural vehicles.
A fire broke out around 3:00 PM in a wheat field near the Sanayi Junction on the Keşan-Gelibolu highway. The flames quickly grew due to the wind, and police, fire, and medical teams were dispatched to the area upon notification.
Due to dense smoke, there were occasional disruptions on the Keşan-Gelibolu highway.
IT ALMOST SPREAD TO A FUEL STATION
The fire was extinguished after a 1-hour intervention by fire crews, without spreading to the adjacent fuel station. Two station employees affected by the smoke were treated in an ambulance.
The fire damaged 40 acres of land and agricultural vehicles. An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the fire.