Istanbul bans access to forested areas and open fires to curb wildfire risk
Istanbul has implemented restrictions on access to forested areas and the use of open fires to reduce wildfire risks. The city prohibits entry to forested areas from June 8 to October 15 and bans lighting fires for barbecues, gas stoves, hookahs, and similar purposes.
Istanbul bans access to forested areas across the city to curb wildfire risk. The restriction on forest entry is in effect from June 8 to October 15, according to reports. Additionally, Istanbul prohibits lighting fires for barbecues, gas stoves, hookahs, and similar purposes to reduce wildfire risk. These measures were reported by Daily Sabah. One outlet, Bluesky, also reported the ban on forest entry during the same period.
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