A holiday boat carrying around 115 passengers caught fire off the coast of Fethiye, forcing people on board to jump into the sea to escape the flames.
The incident happened on Thursday in the waters off Fethiye, in the southwestern province of Muğla. Passengers, including families and children, were reportedly forced to leave the vessel as the fire spread.
Dramatic images from the incident show thick smoke rising from the tour boat as passengers faced an emergency situation at sea.
The boat had been carrying approximately 115 people when the fire broke out. With flames engulfing parts of the vessel, those on board were left with little choice but to enter the water while efforts were made to get everyone to safety.
The incident has raised concerns among holidaymakers who regularly use sightseeing and excursion boats along the popular southwestern coastline, particularly during the busy summer season.
At the time of the report, details about the exact cause of the fire and the condition of all passengers were still developing.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of how quickly an ordinary holiday excursion can turn into a dangerous emergency, particularly when hundreds of people—or in this case, more than 100 passengers—are aboard a vessel.
Authorities and emergency teams are expected to investigate what caused the fire and how the evacuation unfolded.
Further details about injuries, rescues and the cause of the blaze should be confirmed by local authorities as the investigation continues.