A drone video by Rıza Kayan reveals a fierce wildfire tearing through the forests near Saros Bay, with thick smoke and towering flames visible from the sky.

This blaze is among more than 60 wildfires reported across Turkey in just 24 hours. A harsh heatwave combined with strong winds has intensified the fires, forcing evacuations and causing serious environmental damage.

The fire in the Enez district is particularly threatening, putting nearby homes at risk. Emergency responders, including helicopters and firefighters on the ground, are racing to contain the flames.

Officials warn that dry weather and extreme heat—linked to climate change—are fueling the spread of these devastating fires.

The wildfire’s proximity to Saros Bay raises fears about long-term damage to the area’s biodiversity and water quality.

Rıza Kayan expressed frustration in Turkish: “Saros Bay is burning, Enez is burning. Are they giving medals to those who start these fires that there are so many happening?”