Forest fire continues in Gömeç, Balıkesir: Aerial and ground intervention ongoing
The forest fire that began yesterday in Gömeç, Balıkesir, is being fought with 6 aircraft, 5 helicopters, and approximately 800 personnel; no loss of life has been reported.
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The forest fire that broke out yesterday afternoon in the Gömeç district of Balıkesir continues to have an impact. It was reported that the fire started near the rural neighborhood of Kubaşlar in the district.
Aerial intervention began in the area early this morning. It was stated that the fire remains intense as the wind has picked up again.
6 aircraft, 5 helicopters, and approximately 800 personnel are involved in the firefighting efforts. According to initial reports, there has been no loss of life in the fire, but material damage has occurred in the rural neighborhoods.