A shocking video of a fire tornado swirling through Bilecik, Türkiye, has gone viral, capturing the intensity of wildfires ravaging the country. 🔥🌪️ Over 100 blazes have erupted nationwide, prompting temporary evacuations for tens of thousands of residents. Authorities are calling it one of the most severe wildfire seasons in recent memory.
"It looked like a scene from a disaster movie," said local resident Aylin Demir, who filmed the fiery vortex. "The heat was unbearable, and the sky turned orange." Emergency teams are working around the clock, but strong winds and dry conditions are complicating efforts.
Climate experts warn that rising temperatures and prolonged droughts—linked to global climate patterns—are creating a tinderbox effect across Mediterranean regions. 🌡️🌍 While Türkiye’s government has deployed helicopters and firefighting aircraft, social media is flooded with calls for international aid.
Travelers planning trips to coastal areas like Antalya are advised to check safety updates, as the fires continue to threaten popular tourist zones. 🚒✈️ Stay tuned for real-time updates on this developing story.
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Fire tornado spins through Bilecik as wildfires rage across Türkiye
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