Latakia Wildfires: An Environmental and Humanitarian Catastrophe Requiring Urgent Response
This disaster is estimated to have affected 3% of Syria’s vegetation cover, posing a grave threat to what remains of the country’s forest wealth.
Damage and Displacement
The fires broke out in several areas of Latakia’s mountainous countryside, fueled by strong winds and high temperatures. More than 1,120 people have been displaced from their homes, while over 5,000 individuals have been directly affected—suffering property loss, exposure to dense smoke, and related health hazards.
Response by Beyaz Eller (White Hands), Association
Amid these emergency conditions, Beyaz Eller (White Hands), Association launched an urgent response in coordination with relevant authorities, Syrian Civil Defense, and firefighting teams.
The association’s field teams have been working on:
Supplying firefighting teams with essential water for extinguishing operations in affected areas
Providing drinking water and logistical support to field personnel
Delivering the following emergency aid:
400 liters of engine oil for vehicles
2,000 liters of European diesel
22 packages of mortadella
18 packages of tuna
22 packages of hummus 12
packages of juice
12 packages of cake
50 water packages
50 kilograms of cucumbers
30 kilograms of apples
100 bags of bread
Urgent Humanitarian Appeal
The association stresses that response efforts are ongoing, even as firefighting teams race to contain the flames and prevent their spread to new areas—despite limited resources and immense field challenges.
In these critical moments, Beyaz Eller (White Hands) Association renews its appeal to all humanitarian organizations, aid agencies, and supporters to contribute to firefighting efforts, assist affected populations, and help mitigate the environmental and humanitarian impact of this disaster.
Beyaz Eller (White Hands) Association remains steadfast in its mission to stand by the Syrian people during times of crisis, working hand in hand with partners and the local community to alleviate suffering and strengthen resilience.