Shocking timelapse shows Turkey wildfire rapidly spreading over hillside near Milas
A timelapse video recorded over just 35 minutes on Thursday (August 5) shows how rapidly a wildfire in the southern Turkish town of Milas spread. Video shot by local photographer Selahattin Celik on Thursday (August 5) showed the pace of fierce flames consuming trees and undergrowth until the smoke smothers the camera's view. Celik said he documented the scene to draw attention to the deficiencies in efforts to extinguish the blaze. He said he has been covering wildifires from the onset. "I saw the shortcomings. I saw the struggle of local people as well as fire crews but I also witnessed the lack of strategy and planning. I wish I didn't have to take this video," he said, Firefighers said on Saturday (August 7) a blaze in southern town of Milas was brought under control as an outbreak of wildfires entered its 11th day. Tens of thousands of hectares of forest have been destroyed in Mediterranean and Aegean provinces in what President Tayyip Erdogan has called Turkey's worst ever wildfires. Eight people have died and thousands of Turks and tourists have fled. The Sun newspaper brings you the latest breaking news videos and explainers from the UK and around the world Become a Sun Subscriber and hit the bell to be the first to know Explore the intricate world of global politics with The Sun's reporting and in-depth analysis. We’ll bring you crucial updates on international relations, major events, and political shifts impacting nations worldwide. Follow the actions of key world leaders, major international organisations and the unfolding dynamics of global power. Our coverage includes the war in Ukraine, the deadly situation in the Middle East and the complex relationship between global superpowers. Subscribe now for essential insights into global politics. The Sun brings you breaking news and in-depth analysis on the stories that matter most. From the ongoing war in Ukraine to conflicts in the Middle East and US and UK politics, we post updates as they happen. Expect the latest on major global events, pressing political debates, celebrity updates and exclusive royal family content, along with in-depth investigations and expert commentary. Get comprehensive coverage of Donald Trump's Presidency, Vladimir Putin's actions, and the unfolding drama of the British Royal Family. Subscribe now for daily updates and exclusive content from The Sun. https://www.youtube.com/c/thesun?sub_... Read The Sun: https://bit.ly/3Tay1OY Like The Sun on Facebook: / thesun Follow The Sun on TikTok: / ucizxayrp7-p0anpq-nd-h5g Subscribe to The Sun on Snapchat: / 1633225139
