Widespread grass and stubble fires in Silivri

13.8.2026 22:15:38

A large grass and stubble fire broke out in Fener Neighborhood of Silivri. Upon receiving reports around 13:42, fire teams from Silivri, Çanta, Değirmenköy, Çatalca, Büyükçekmece, Arnavutköy, Bakırköy, Başakşehir, Avcılar, Kemerbugaz, İstinye, Şişli, Beylikdüzü, Sancaktepe, Beşiktaş, Kadıköy, Büyükbakkalköy, Sultangazi, Davutpaşa, Sultanbeyli, Çavuşbaşı, Dudullu, Kartal, Bayrampaşa, and Gümüşyaka stations were dispatched to the scene. The teams, arriving quickly with 78 vehicles and 224 personnel, managed to bring the fire under control and extinguish it.

The fire caused damage to the area.

Human rescue in Tuzla

11.8.2026 19:53:42

Upon receiving reports around 14:49, our fire crews from Yenişehir, Tuzla, OSB, and Yakacık (İNSARAG) were dispatched to the scene. Arriving shortly after, our teams rescued a citizen trapped under the rubble. The injured person was taken to the hospital by medical teams.

Electric vehicle fire in Maltepe

11.8.2026 01:47:50

A fire broke out in an electric vehicle on Fatih Street in the Cevizli neighborhood of Maltepe. Upon receiving reports around 12:50, fire crews from Maltepe and Büyükbakkalköy were dispatched to the scene. Thanks to the swift response of the crews, the fire was brought under control and extinguished.

While there was material damage, no injuries or fatalities occurred.

Workplace fire in Silivri

10.8.2026 23:44:13

A fire broke out in a single-store dessert shop located on Derinyol Street in the Alipaşa neighborhood of Silivri. Upon receiving reports around 19:41, fire crews from Silivri, Çanta, and Çatalca were dispatched to the scene. Thanks to the swift response of the crews, the fire was brought under control and extinguished.

While there was material damage, no injuries or fatalities occurred.

Our Fire Department Chief Visits Our Başakşehir Campus

10.8.2026 21:43:56

Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Fire Department Head Remzi Albayrak visited the European Side Fire Department Branch Directorate, which recently moved to Başakşehir, and Başakşehir Fire Station

During his visit to the new location, the head greeted the firefighters on duty and wished them success in their work. After inspecting the technical facilities and administrative units at the site, the head stated that the relocation of the European Side Fire Department Branch Directorate to this location will further strengthen coordination and service efficiency in the region.

Our job is to save lives

10.8.2026 21:15:58

A child fell from a garden wall at ground level on Albatros Street in Esenyurt's Hürriyet neighborhood. Upon receiving reports around 18:26, our Esenyurt fire team was dispatched to the scene. Thanks to the meticulous and careful work of our team, who arrived quickly, the injured child was rescued from the scene. He was then transported to the hospital by medical teams.

Our team, experiencing the joy of saving another life, returned to their station.

Workplace fire in Bakırköy

10.8.2026 15:23:31

A fire broke out in a single-story workplace located on the E5 Çırpıcı side road in Osmaniye Neighborhood of Bakırköy. Upon receiving reports around 14:05, fire teams from Bakırköy and Bahçelievler stations were dispatched to the scene. Thanks to the efforts of the teams, who arrived shortly after, the fire was brought under control and extinguished.

While there was material damage, no injuries or fatalities occurred.

Workplace fire in Başakşehir

9.8.2026 00:01:37

Upon receiving reports around 20:42, our fire teams from Başakşehir, İkitelli, Bakırköy, Mahmutbey and Şişli were dispatched to the scene. Thanks to the efforts of our teams, who arrived at the scene shortly, the fire was brought under control and extinguished. While there was material damage, no injuries or fatalities occurred in the incident.

The results of the recruitment of 122 firefighters and 75 civil servants have been announced

8.8.2026 01:36:43

As a result of written, practical, and oral exams;

· 107 Firefighters,

· 70 Civil Servants

A total of 177 candidates have been selected for appointment. The main and reserve candidate lists have been announced.

Candidates who have been selected for appointment must submit the required documents, along with a petition stating their full address, in person to the following address on August 7, 2026, at the date and time notified via SMS:

Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality

Kemalpaşa Mahallesi, 15 Temmuz Şehitleri Caddesi No: 5

Municipality Palace, 2nd Floor, Room 205

Saraçhane, Fatih/Istanbul

With the exception of candidates currently fulfilling their military service, applications submitted by post shall not be accepted.

For results and general information:

https://ibb.istanbul/gundem/haberler/122-itfaiye-eri-ve-75-memur-alimi-sonuclari-aciklandi

We have inaugurated our Silivri Akören Volunteer Fire Station

7.8.2026 18:29:14

We continue to grow to provide rapid and effective response to every point in Istanbul. We inaugurated our Silivri Akören Volunteer Fire Station with the participation of our Fire Department Director Remzi Albayrak and our regional directors. This brings the total number of volunteer fire stations in our city to 34.

With our trained volunteers who provide initial response in rural neighborhoods until our professional teams arrive at the scene, we minimize reaction time and prevent loss of life and property.

With our approach of "Not Just Extinguishing, But Preventing" against disasters and fires, we are working to make Istanbul a more resilient city.

Roof fire in Heybeliada

6.8.2026 20:26:05

Upon receiving reports around 17:23, our Heybeliada and Büyükada fire crews were dispatched to the scene. Our Maltepe, Kartal, and Kadıköy fire crews also reached the island by landing craft and intervened in the fire. Our teams brought the fire under control and extinguished it within a short time. While there was material damage, no injuries or fatalities occurred.

Building collapse in Bahçelievler

5.8.2026 23:54:59

Upon receiving reports around 20:45, our Bahçelievler, Bakırköy, Sefaköy, Mahmutbey, Kemerburgaz (INSARAG) and K-9 Dog Search teams were dispatched to the scene. As a result of the efforts of our teams, who arrived at the scene shortly afterwards, no injuries or fatalities were found in the collapsed building.

Landslide in Büyükçekmece

4.8.2026 02:15:58

Upon receiving reports around 18:13, our Büyükçekmece, Çatalca, Beykent, Beylikdüzü, Kemerburgaz, and Yakacık firefighters and K-9 Dog Search and Rescue teams were dispatched to the scene. Thanks to the intensive efforts and searches conducted by our teams, who arrived at the scene quickly, no casualties were found in the area where the landslide occurred.

Roof fire in Sarıyer

4.8.2026 02:03:15

Upon receiving reports around 16:46, our İstinye, Kavacık, Seyrantepe, Sarıyer, and Şişli fire crews were dispatched to the scene. Thanks to the efforts of our teams, who arrived at the scene shortly afterwards, the fire was brought under control and extinguished. While there was material damage, no injuries or fatalities occurred.

Workplace fire in Beyoğlu

31.7.2026 21:09:33

Upon receiving reports around 19:45, our Fatih and Beyoğlu fire crews were dispatched to the scene. Thanks to the efforts of our teams, who arrived at the scene shortly afterwards, the fire was brought under control and extinguished. While there was material damage, no injuries or fatalities occurred.

Forest fire in Balıkesir

30.7.2026 09:01:35

To support efforts to combat the forest fire in Balıkesir, 7 vehicles and 28 personnel have been dispatched to the region. Our teams have begun working in coordination with relevant institutions to bring the fire under control and extinguish it.

Widespread grass and forest fire in Çatalca

29.7.2026 22:38:52

Upon receiving reports around 15:14, fire crews from Çatalca, Kumburgaz, Bahçelievler, Beylikdüzü, Selimpaşa, Bakırköy, and Kemerburgaz were dispatched to the scene. Thanks to the swift response of the teams, the fire was brought under control and extinguished. While there was material damage, no injuries or fatalities occurred.

Workplace fire in Pendik

28.7.2026 23:15:05

Upon receiving reports around 19:41, our Pendik, Kartal, and Tuzla fire crews were dispatched to the scene. Thanks to the efforts of our teams, who arrived at the scene shortly afterwards, the fire was brought under control and extinguished. While there was material damage, no injuries or fatalities occurred.

Barn fire in Çekmeköy

28.7.2026 19:25:27

Upon receiving reports around 15:35, our fire crews from Sancaktepe, Çekmeköy, Ömerli, Büyükbakkalköy, and Çavuşlu were dispatched to the scene. Thanks to the swift response of our teams, the fire was extinguished quickly. While there was material damage, no injuries or fatalities occurred.

Widespread grass fire in Silivri

28.7.2026 19:15:01

Upon receiving reports around 13:42, fire crews from Silivri, Çanta, Değirmenköy, Büyükçavuşlu, Çatalca, Büyükçekmece, and Bakırköy were dispatched to the scene. Thanks to the swift response of the teams, the fire was brought under control and extinguished.