News / Iskenderun port fire under control, but earthquake death toll rises

Photo: Turkish Maritime Authority

Latest reports from Iskenderun Port in Turkey suggest that the fire following Monday’s earthquake, has been brought under control.

Turkish maritime authorities told Reuters a combined effort from the air and sea had managed to quell the blaze, which began when a container stack collapsed after the horrific shocks that have killed thousands and wrecked supply chains.

However, vessels heading for Iskenderun have been warned to divert to other ports, as the southern Turkey facility remains closed.

A local source told Reuters: “The flames ...