At Nigeria TV Info, we can confirm that wildfires are ravaging western Turkey, especially in Izmir province. More than 50,000 people have been evacuated from places like Seferihisar, Menderes, Kuyucak, and Doganbey.

🔥 Current Situation:

Fires are fueled by extreme heat (5–10 °C above average) and strong winds (40–50 km/h).

Over 1,000 firefighters, with helicopters, aircraft, tankers, and bulldozers, are battling the flames.

Izmir’s airport was temporarily shut down due to thick smoke. It has now partially reopened.

🚨 Warning:
The risk of new fires remains high. Hot and dry weather is expected to continue.

📢 Why It Matters to Nigerians:

Nigerians live, work, and study in Turkey.

This disaster reminds us of the global impact of climate change.

Follow official updates and stay safe.