Turkey: Forest Fire in Rize

Turkey:Forest Fire In Rize

12 April 2005

published by TurkishPress.com

RIZE – Forest fire broke out in Ardesen Township in Black Sea city of Rize devastating 100 hectares of forested area, it was reported on Monday.

Fire fighters, teams of Environment and Forest Directorate and gendarmery participated the efforts to put out the fire.

The fire could be taken under control despite the difficulties stemming from the steep structure of the area.

Cooling efforts continue in the region. 

Source: http://www.turkishpress.com/news.asp?id=40287 

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