Resorts of Turkey Overrun by Deadly Ticks

There is a dangerous situation in Turkey associated with the increasing number of ticks in resort areas. This phenomenon, usually observed in the northern part of the country, has spread through the hot weather to the city of Istanbul. Citizens are forced to deal with this issue, which poses a threat to their health.

According to the portal Antalyahakkında, ticks, which can be deadly in the event of bites, have been found in the city of Antalya. Local authorities have urged citizens to be cautious and check themselves after visiting parks and forests due to high temperatures in the south of the country. The spread of ticks through the heat has been an unexpected phenomenon for local scientists.

A man in Turkey caused a forest fire due to a tick. A court in the Turkish province of Manisa has arrested a man who ignited a forest fire over 12 hectares after trying to eliminate a tick, reports CNN Türk.

Since the beginning of 2025, at least 10 people have died from tick bites in the province of Sivas due to Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever. This disease can lead to bleeding and fever and has a high risk of mortality.

The increase in dangerous ticks in Turkey, caused by the hot weather, has created a threat to the health and lives of local residents. It is necessary to be very careful and check oneself after leisure activities in open areas to avoid bites from these dangerous parasites.