Turkish Military Helicopters Assist in Gaziemir Firefighting Efforts
Two AS-532 Cougar helicopters from the Turkish Armed Forces are providing aerial support in firefighting operations in İzmir’s Gaziemir district. Local firefighting teams and various other agencies are collaboratively working to extinguish the fire.
The blaze has spread over a large area in Gaziemir, threatening nearby residential zones. The helicopters are intensively operating to prevent further spread and to bring the fire under control.
Efforts aim for the fire to be swiftly contained. The cause of the incident remains undetermined, and investigations are ongoing.
Source: Turkish Ministry of National Defense