The forest fire in Kuşçular has been brought under control.

A fire broke out in a forested area in the Kuşçular neighborhood of Izmir's Urla district yesterday evening. Driven by strong winds, the flames spread rapidly, briefly causing panic among residents. Dense smoke reduced visibility throughout the area, and crews quickly issued an alarm.

The initial response to the fire came from the Izmir Metropolitan Municipality Fire Department and the Regional Directorate of Forestry. Seven water trucks and 26 firefighters were involved in the ground firefighting effort, which was also supported by air support. Intensive work continued throughout the night to bring the fire under control.

Preventing the fire from reaching residential areas, teams quickly and effectively stopped the flames from spreading. While the fire's course became dangerous due to winds, the coordinated response prevented a larger disaster.

Firefighting tankers distributed by the Izmir Metropolitan Municipality to neighborhood headmen (mukhtars) also played a significant role in this fight. Local residents, working alongside forestry volunteers, supported the work of professional teams and contributed to the extinguishing of the fire.

After the fire was brought under control, cooling efforts began in the area. Crews are keeping a watch in the forested area to prevent the risk of a re-ignition. Investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing.

Bulletin

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After salmonella bacteria was detected in Turkish-origin "Dubai chocolate" spread sold in the US, the products were immediately recalled from the market. The first warning came during routine food inspections conducted by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture on July 14. Five people were reportedly hospitalized after consuming the kadayıf and pistachio chocolate spread, produced by Emek Gıda in Turkey and distributed to 30 US states.

Salmonella bacteria can cause serious health problems, especially in people with weakened immune systems. The bacteria, which causes symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, high fever, and vomiting, has caused serious concern among consumers.

After some people who consumed the product sold at World Market stores showed signs of poisoning, American authorities took swift action and initiated a comprehensive recall to remove the products from shelves.

Even more striking is that the chocolate spread in which salmonella was detected was exported not only to the US but to a total of 30 other countries. Authorities have warned citizens not to consume the kadayıf and pistachio chocolate spread. The company has yet to issue an official statement on the matter.

(Spokesman)

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