# Melon distribution for earthquake victims in Hatay

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/melon-distribution-for-earthquake-victims-in-hatay
> Updated: 2026-08-26T05:41:11.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

In Hatay, Turkey, efforts to provide food aid to earthquake survivors have included the large-scale distribution of melons. 

Initially, the Hatay Metropolitan Municipality organized the distribution of 100 tons of melons purchased from local farmers. This initiative targeted residents in container cities, nursing homes, and care facilities to support both agricultural producers and those in need.

Following this, local farmer Ahmet Denizli began his own independent effort, donating 50 tons of his harvest free of charge to residents in container cities. Denizli stated he chose to donate the produce after merchants offered prices that did not cover his labor and harvesting costs, noting a preference to “earn the blessings of those in need.”

## Timeline

### 2026-08-26: Hatay farmer distributes 50 tons of melons for free to earthquake survivors

Farmer Ahmet Denizli is distributing 50 tons of melons for free to earthquake survivors in Hatay, Turkey, after merchants offered low prices for his harvest.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hatay-farmer-distributes-50-tons-of-melons-for-free-to-earthquake-survivors

### 2026-08-01: Hatay Municipality Distributes 100 Tons of Melon to Earthquake Victims

Hatay’s metropolitan municipality gave 100 tons of locally sourced melon to earthquake victims, distributing them at shelters, care centers and a mosque to aid both farmers and residents.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hatay-municipality-distributes-100-tons-of-melon-to-earthquake-victims

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