The number of people who lost their lives in the stubble fire that occurred in the region between Çınar district of Diyarbakır and Mazıdağı district of Mardin increased to 12. While the sad news shook the villages deeply, the effects of the fire disaster continue.
Statement from Minister of Health Koca
Minister of Health Fahrettin Koca, in his statement on the subject, stated that the number of people who lost their lives in the fire in Diyarbakır and Mardin reached 12. Minister Koca shared that 5 of the 78 people affected by the incident are receiving treatment and 3 of them are intubated. Expressing his condolences for the painful losses, Minister Koca wished the patients a speedy recovery.
Development of the Event
The stubble fire, which started in Köksalan District of Diyarbakır’s Çınar district, spread rapidly under the influence of the wind and affected the surrounding neighborhoods. The fire spread to the Yücebağ, Şenyuva and Yetkinler neighborhoods of Mardin’s Mazıdağı district. As a result of the coordinated work of teams and citizens, the fire was taken under control, but 12 people lost their lives and 78 people were affected.
Reactions to Fire Disaster
While the fire disaster creates deep sadness in the region, officials and citizens emphasize that the incident should be investigated and measures should be taken to prevent similar suffering. Underlining that there is no compensation for the losses experienced, officials state that the efforts made in fighting the fire are admirable.
