The stubble fire, which started in a field in the Yaraş location on the Denizli highway in Muğla’s Menteşe district, was brought under control before it turned into a large forest fire, thanks to the timely intervention of forestry and firefighting teams.
The fire, which broke out in a field where grain was being harvested at noon in Denizli Highway Yaraş location of Menteşe district, near Soda District, was taken under control by the intervention of Muğla Metropolitan Municipality Menteşe Fire Brigade Group Chief and Muğla Forest Regional Directorate land teams upon the rapid notice of the citizens.
The fire, which started in the field, had the potential to grow further as the flames spread to the forest area. However, forestry and fire brigades intervened quickly and the flames were prevented from spreading to the forest area covered with pine trees and the fire was taken under control.
| Cause of Fire | Response Time | Conclusion |
|---|---|---|
| Fire started in the field during grain harvest | It was brought under control by timely and rapid intervention. | It was prevented from spreading to the forest area, no serious forest fire occurred |
