Live satellite hotspots · source: NASA FIRMS
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Turkey's Aegean and Mediterranean coasts, home to major resort areas such as Antalya, Bodrum, Marmaris, Fethiye and Izmir, sit within a fire-prone belt of pine forest and dry maquis scrub that burns readily in the summer heat. Several severe fire seasons in recent years, most notably around Antalya and Muğla province, have shown how quickly wind-driven fires can threaten resorts, forcing evacuations of hotels and coastal villages. The season generally runs from June to September, with the hottest, driest stretches of July and August carrying the greatest risk.
This map plots satellite-detected hotspots across the Turkish coast and interior, refreshed continually so you can check for activity near a specific resort, campsite or planned excursion. Search a town such as Fethiye or Alanya, or use your current location to centre the view, and tap live refresh before travelling for the most recent satellite pass rather than a cached one. Distances and detection times are shown for every marker, helping you assess quickly whether a fire is actually relevant to where you are staying.
Hotspots come from the VIIRS instruments on NASA FIRMS satellites (NOAA-20, NOAA-21 and Suomi NPP) and are cross-checked against Copernicus EFFIS. A hotspot is a heat detection, not a confirmed fire: industrial sites, solar farms and permanent burners are filtered out automatically.
Antalya and the Turkish Riviera
The pine forests behind Antalya and along the Turkish Riviera towards Manavgat and Alanya have suffered some of Turkey's most damaging fires, driven by high temperatures and thick, resinous vegetation. Resort areas along the coast are generally well protected but can be affected by smoke or road closures.
Muğla province: Bodrum, Marmaris and Fethiye
The forested hills around Bodrum, Marmaris, Fethiye and Dalaman have seen large, fast-spreading fires in recent summers, occasionally reaching close to coastal settlements. Strong onshore winds can shift a fire's direction quickly, so checking this map before hikes or boat trips inland is worthwhile.
Izmir and the Aegean coast
Izmir province and the surrounding Aegean coastline, including areas near Çeşme and Karaburun, experience regular summer fires in dry scrubland close to olive groves and vineyards. Fires here tend to be smaller than those further south but can still disrupt local roads temporarily.
Are there wildfires in Turkey right now?
This map shows every hotspot detected across Turkey within the last 18 hours, including the Antalya coast, Muğla province and the Aegean around Izmir. If no marker appears near your resort, no confirmed detection has occurred there recently. Use Live refresh for the newest satellite pass available.
When is Turkey's wildfire season at its worst?
The highest risk runs from June through September, with July and August the most dangerous months due to sustained heat and low humidity along the Mediterranean and Aegean coasts. Some years see significant fires beginning as early as late May, so it is worth checking conditions from spring onward.
What should I do if a wildfire is near my hotel or campsite in Turkey?
Call 112 immediately, follow evacuation instructions from hotel staff, local police and the Turkish fire service (itfaiye) without delay, and move towards the coast or a main road rather than into hills, where fire spreads fastest. Keep passports, phone chargers and essentials ready to grab quickly.
Are campfires and barbecues allowed in Turkey in summer?
Turkey commonly restricts open fires, barbecues and forest access during high-risk periods, with regional governors able to close forested areas entirely during extreme heat or wind warnings. Check hotel or campsite guidance locally, since rules can tighten quickly during a heatwave.
What is the emergency number in Turkey?
Dial 112, Turkey's single emergency number, which connects to police, ambulance and fire services anywhere in the country, including resort areas along the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts. English-speaking operators are more commonly available in major tourist destinations.
How current is this wildfire map for Turkey?
Hotspots are drawn from VIIRS satellite passes covering Turkey several times a day, cross-checked against the EFFIS European fire information system where coverage allows. Detections older than 18 hours are treated as no longer active. Press Live refresh at any time for the latest satellite reading.
How do I see if a wildfire is close to my campsite or holiday address in Turkey?
Use the location finder on this map: type your destination, village or campsite name, or tap "Use my location". The map instantly shows the distance in kilometres to the nearest active hotspot, and you can switch on alerts for fires within 5 to 100 km. Every search gets its own link, so you can share the situation around your own address with family or fellow travellers.