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Tekirdağ Bans Baling and Open Fires to Prevent Wildfires
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Tekirdağ Bans Baling and Open Fires to Prevent Wildfires

From Cumhuriyet · () Turkish

Translated from Turkish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Tekirdağ Governor's Office has banned baling operations and open-air fires to prevent stubble and forest fires.
  • Baling machines are prohibited from operating between 12:00 and 20:00 in harvested grain fields from July 31 to August 3, 2026.
  • Open fires and activities like grinding or welding that could cause fires are also banned during this period.

The Governor's Office in Tekirdağ, Turkey, has implemented strict measures to prevent stubble and forest fires during a high-risk period. From July 31 to August 3, 2026, baling operations in harvested grain fields will be forbidden between 12:00 and 20:00.

This specific timing aims to mitigate fire risks associated with the machinery and the dry conditions. Violators of the baling ban will face legal consequences under provincial administration and public offenses laws. The governor's office emphasized that these decisions are based on meteorological data indicating a heightened risk of fires.

In addition to the baling restrictions, all open-air fires are banned within the province's borders. Activities that could spark a fire, such as using grinders, performing welding, or similar tasks in open areas, are also prohibited during the specified dates. These measures are part of a broader effort to protect the region from devastating wildfires.

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Originally published by Cumhuriyet in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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