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BURSA, TURKEY – In response to a significant forest fire erupting between Gürsu and Kestel, the city’s moto courier community has mobilized, undertaking the critical task of transporting water to the affected fire zone. This initiative highlights the community’s swift and organized response to the escalating situation.
Bursa Metropolitan Municipality Issues “Ash Rainfish” Advisory
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As the intensity of the fires increased, the Bursa Metropolitan Municipality issued crucial warnings to residents. The municipality’s advisory stated:
Local Residents Act to Save Animals from Flames
Residents in Bursa’s Gürsu district have demonstrated remarkable courage and compassion by organizing efforts to rescue animals from the encroaching flames. In areas directly threatened by the fire, citizens were observed carrying neighborhood animals to safety on their backs, away from the immediate danger.
Istanbul Fire Department Dispatches Support Unit
In a show of inter-city solidarity, the Istanbul Fire Department has dispatched a support team to Bursa. The unit comprises 7 vehicles and 25 personnel, all en route to assist in combating the forest fire.