Marmaris forest fire controlled after naval and air intervention

Marmaris forest fire Muğla wildfire Aksaz Naval Base Yalancıboğaz wildfire suppression

A major forest fire broke out in the Yalancıboğaz area of Marmaris, Muğla, specifically near Kabakargı Bay. Due to the steep and difficult terrain, land access was nearly impossible, necessitating a massive coordinated response involving air, sea, and land assets.

Authorities utilized landing ships from the Aksaz Naval Base to transport water tenders, heavy machinery, and firefighting personnel directly to the fire zone. The Coast Guard also supported operations using boats and large water cannons. The firefighting effort included 217 personnel, 7 aircraft, 16 helicopters, and 82 land units. Night vision-equipped helicopters were deployed to continue operations after dark.

After approximately 20 hours of intense fighting, the fire was brought under control. Cooling operations are currently underway to prevent reignition. Local fisherman Yusuf Balcı was noted for his volunteer efforts, using a zodiac boat to transport equipment, supplies, and personnel to areas inaccessible to larger vessels.

Entities

Aksaz Naval Base · Ibrahim Yumaklı · Kabakargı Koyu · Marmaris · Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry · Ministry of National Defense · Muğla · Muğla Orman Bölge Müdürlüğü · İdris Akbıyık

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[● 11 SOURCES] The response includes 16 helicopters, 7 planes, 21 water tenders, 6 water tankers, 2 dozers, and 178 personnel. www.sozcu.com.tr · www.guvengazetesi.com.tr · www.guneydoguekspres.com · www.haberport.com · www.haberts.com · +4 more
[● 4 SOURCES] The forest fire started for unknown reasons. www.guvengazetesi.com.tr
[● 15 SOURCES] The fire occurred in Kabakargı Bay, an area where land access is difficult. www.haberport.com · www.haberts.com · www.sozcu.com.tr · www.guvengazetesi.com.tr · www.haber48.com.tr · +9 more
[● 7 SOURCES] Muğla Forest Regional Directorate teams were dispatched to the scene. www.sozcu.com.tr · www.guvengazetesi.com.tr · www.guneydoguekspres.com · www.yenisafak.com
[● 4 SOURCES] The fire broke out around 18:00. www.sozcu.com.tr
[● 4 SOURCES] The fire was brought under control during the morning hours. www.sozcu.com.tr · www.haber48.com.tr · www.aksam.com.tr · gazeterize.com
[● 9 SOURCES] Three helicopters with night vision capabilities were deployed to assist in firefighting efforts during the night. www.haberport.com · www.haberts.com · www.aksiyon.com.tr · www.sozcu.com.tr · www.haber48.com.tr · +2 more
[● 11 SOURCES] Landing ships from Aksaz Naval Base were used to transport water tenders and personnel to the fire area. www.sozcu.com.tr · www.haberport.com · www.tgrthaber.com · www.karar.com · www.haber48.com.tr · +4 more