Open-air fires banned for 4 days in Çanakkale due to fire risk

The Governor's Office has banned lighting fires in open areas across the province starting July 29 due to high temperatures, strong winds, and low humidity.

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New measures have been taken across the province in Çanakkale following meteorological conditions that have increased the risk of fire. The Çanakkale Governor's Office has banned the lighting of fires in open areas and activities that could cause fires for a period of 4 days, effective from July 29, 2026.

It was stated that the decision was made in line with meteorological assessments and fire risk analyses conducted by the Regional Directorate of Forestry. It was noted that high temperatures, strong winds, and low humidity levels are expected to be effective throughout the city.

High temperatures, wind, and low humidity increase the risk of forest fires.

THE BAN WILL BE ENFORCED PROVINCE-WIDE

According to the statement from the Governor's Office, the ban covers all open areas throughout the province. During this period, lighting fires "by any means whatsoever" and activities that could cause fires will not be permitted.

Measures have been increased in Çanakkale due to fire risk.

The statement emphasized that the measures taken will be meticulously monitored by the relevant institutions and organizations. Citizens were asked to show sensitivity to the rules for the protection of forests, the preservation of natural life, and the safety of life and property.

The implementation of the measures taken will be meticulously monitored by the relevant institutions and organizations. In order to protect our forests, preserve nature and natural life, and ensure the safety of life and property of our citizens, it is kindly requested that all our citizens show maximum sensitivity to the determined measures.

— Çanakkale Governor's Office
Lighting fires in open areas has been banned for 4 days against fire risk.