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Wildfires rage in Turkey as temperature surges to record high

Wildfires rage in Turkey as temperature surges to record high

CNN6 days ago
Authorities have issued evacuation orders with firefighters across the region battling flames stoked by extreme heat, dry conditions and strong winds. Turkey recorded its highest ever temperature of 122° F in the southeastern Sirnak province on Friday.
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