HELP TURKEY #TURKEYISBURNING

HELP TURKEY #TURKEYISBURNING

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31 July 2021
Signatures: 5,942Next Goal: 7,500
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Started by Jessica Dutton

#TURKEYISBURNING

Currently in Turkey, there are massive wildfires. This is usually quite common in Turkey's Mediterranean and Aegean regions during summer months, however the impact currently is way worse.

More than 70 wildfires have broken out this week in provinces on Turkey's Aegean and Mediterranean coasts as well as the inland areas, although dozens have been brought under control, 14 are still burning across 6 provinces. At least 5 planes, 45 helicopters, drones, and 1,080 firefighting vehicles were involved in the firefighting efforts at 1,140 sites. There are satellite images which show the devastation caused by these deadly firesz however sabotage cannot be ruled out. At least 4 people have died so far, and more than 50 have been taken to hospital.

Luckily, Azerbaijan, Russia and Ukraine have sent aircraft and responders to help tackle the fires. (Greece have also offered assistance) However, our President is doing little to help.

I personally have family who were one of the 27 neighbourhoods that were evacuated in the east of Antalya. I'm worried for their safety and for everyone elses.

Turkey needs more help, my country is burning and my family are in danger. I am asking you all to spread awareness however you can, wether that is via social media or emails. Thank you all so much.

I will update you all when there is updates.

[ALL INFO CORRECT AS OF 31/07/21]

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