Flames Threaten Resorts, Tourists Evacuated
– Location: Antalya Province, Turkey – Affected Areas: Belek, Kundu, Alanya – Key Hotels Evacuated: Titanic Deluxe Golf Belek, Selectum Luxury Resort, IC Hotels, Megasaray – Evacuation Trigger: Flames approaching hotel grounds and residential areas – Current Status: Fire contained; tourists returning, though smoke persists
– Start Date: Saturday evening, September 20, 2025 – Cause: Under investigation; strong winds exacerbated spread – Firefighting Response: Over 800 firefighters deployed 14 aircraft and 20 helicopters involved Approximately 25,000 personnel mobilized nationwide – Presidential Statement: President Erdoğan described the situation as a "truly great disaster"
– Evacuated Locations: Hotels in Belek, Kundu, and Alanya – Evacuation Timing: Nighttime evacuations as flames neared – Current Situation: Tourists returning to hotels; some report lingering smoke
– Evacuation Routes: Coordinated by local authorities – Communication: Updates via hotel staff and local media – Health Advisory: Avoid exposure to smoke; wear masks if necessary
– Fire Containment: Fire under control; no active flames reported – Lingering Effects: Smoke continues to affect air quality – Ongoing Monitoring: Authorities continue to monitor for flare-ups
– Rapid Response: Swift evacuation and firefighting efforts minimized casualties – Lingering Hazards: Smoke and potential flare-ups remain concerns – Preparedness: Ongoing vigilance required in wildfire-prone regions