At least 10 firefighters and rescue workers have died as wildfires rage across north west Turkey.
Five forestry workers and five rescue workers died while trying to put out the wildfire raging through a forested area of Eskisehir earlier today.
Forestry minister Ibrahim Yumakli said at least 14 more rescue workers have been hospitalised.
These latest deaths bring the number of people killed in wildfires across Turkey to 13.
Mr Yumakli said the 10 workers became surrounded by flames after the wind suddenly changed direction.
It’s not yet known what caused this specific fire, but firefighters are currently dealing with seven fires in Turkey, including the one in Eskisehir.
It’s feared the situation could get worse on Thursday, with extreme heat and volatile wind conditions forecast for tomorrow.
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