Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey.
Curated from various news sources.
NEWS
Fethiye Musical Nights Conclude with Final Performances
Fethiye, Muğla – The Fethiye Musical Nights event series, which brought music and entertainment to citizens across Fethiye throughout the summer, concluded with performances by Municipal Artists and the City Orchestra.
Organised by Fethiye Municipality, the concerts aimed to enrich the city’s cultural life by bringing together residents in various locations to enjoy live music.
Municipal officials expressed their gratitude to citizens for their strong support and participation, noting that the series highlighted the importance of music and art in community life.
Source: Fethiye Belediyesi
Planned Multi-Storey Car Park Sparks Debate Over Traffic Relief
Fethiye, Muğla – The Fethiye Municipality’s planned multi-storey car park in the Tuesday Market area has become a major talking point among residents, with differing views on whether the project will ease traffic congestion in the city.
The proposed five-storey facility, which includes two basement levels, is designed to accommodate up to 1,500 vehicles. Once operational, the municipality plans to offer free shuttle services to the city centre, allowing drivers to park their vehicles and continue their journeys by public transport.
Despite these plans, residents remain divided. Some argue that since the square is already used as a parking lot, a multi-storey structure may not bring significant improvement. Others believe the project will help reduce congestion and improve parking availability in the busy district.
As discussions continue, the question remains whether the new car park will provide a long-term solution to Fethiye’s parking shortages and growing urban traffic problems.
Source: https://www.fethiyetv.com/fethiyede-sali-pazari-meydanina-planlanan-otopark-trafigi-rahatlatacak-mi
Mega Yacht I Dynasty Refueled at Fethiye Port
Fethiye, Muğla – The Cayman Islands-flagged mega yacht I Dynasty was refueled earlier this week at the Fethiye Port pier in Muğla’s Fethiye district.
The 101-meter yacht was supplied with fuel delivered by land tankers from the Aliağa Refinery.
Built in Germany in 2015, I Dynasty offered numerous luxury amenities, including a gym, beauty salon, elevator, underwater lighting, and a beach club. The yacht accommodated up to 34 passengers in 12 suites, along with 36 crew members.
After the refueling operation, the yacht departed from Fethiye.
Luxury Yacht Capsizes on Maiden Voyage in Black Sea
Black Sea, Turkey – A luxury yacht worth nearly $1 million capsized within minutes of setting off on its maiden voyage this week in the Black Sea.
On Tuesday, September 2, the Dolce Vento tipped over about 200 meters off the coast of Turkey, according to Turkish Maritime Media.
Video footage shows the 80-foot vessel being lowered into the water by a construction lift before beginning its first journey. After around 15 minutes at sea, the yacht began leaning to its left side before eventually overturning completely.
One person was seen climbing to the top of the vessel before jumping into the water, while others floated nearby in life jackets.
Local media reported that the yacht’s owner, captain, and two crew members all made it safely back to shore. No casualties were reported.
The yacht, valued at around 40 million Turkish liras (just under $1 million), was completed in 2024 and is said to be the largest vessel ever built at the shipyard. An investigation into the incident has been launched.
Missing Chinese Tourist on Lycian Way Found Dead
Fethiye, Muğla – The body of Xu Wenkai (30), a Chinese tourist who went missing while hiking the Lycian Way in Fethiye’s Faralya neighbourhood, has been found.
Wenkai, who had travelled to Fethiye from China for a holiday, was reported missing after relatives contacted the 112 Emergency Call Center. A large-scale search operation was immediately launched in the region.
The search effort involved the Gendarmerie Search and Rescue (JAK) Team, AFAD units, and several NGOs. In total, 43 personnel, nine vehicles, a cadaver dog, and a tracking dog took part in the mission.
Teams eventually discovered Wenkai’s body in a steep area between Kabak Bay and Butterfly Valley.
Authorities confirmed that an investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Source: https://www.fethiyetv.com/likya-yolunda-kaybolan-cinli-turist-olu-olarak-bulundu
Loggerhead Turtle Hatchlings Released into the Sea on Yeşilöz Beach
Alanya, Antalya – Loggerhead turtle hatchlings have begun emerging from their nests on Yeşilöz Beach, located east of Alanya in Antalya’s Alanya district.
At first light, volunteers from Gazipaşa gathered on the beach to help guide the endangered hatchlings safely to the sea. The group carefully removed the baby turtles from their nests and turned them toward the water, ensuring they avoided obstacles on their journey.
Yeşilöz Beach is one of the few areas in the Mediterranean where loggerhead turtles frequently nest. Environmental volunteers stressed the importance of protecting the site, noting its vital role in the species’ survival.
Local resident and environmental volunteer Güldane Şahin highlighted both the ecological importance of the turtles and the challenges they face. “The hatching of loggerhead sea turtles continues. Five or six years ago, jellyfish populations had increased, but turtle numbers had decreased. Loggerhead turtles help clean our seas. This year, we’ve located 602 nests along 6.5 kilometres of coast. Hatchlings will continue until October 15, though we are also encountering some dead hatchlings and rotting eggs due to changing weather,” she said.
Conservationists continue to monitor the beach closely to ensure the survival of as many hatchlings as possible.
Source: https://www.gercekfethiye.com/yavru-carettalar-yumurtalardan-cikip-denizle-bulustu/106455/
Turkey Faces Rising Wildfire Risks Amid Climate Change and Social Shifts
Turkey is facing mounting wildfire threats as climate change, drought, and rural depopulation combine to heighten risks across the Mediterranean basin and beyond. Experts warn that fires are no longer confined to the country’s Aegean and Mediterranean coasts, but are spreading northward into historically less-affected regions.
Prof. Dr. Yusuf Serengil of Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa said rising temperatures, strong winds, and fragmented forest structures are driving the danger, while rural depopulation has weakened traditional fire prevention practices. On peak days, Turkey experiences 40–50 outbreaks, with some escalating into large-scale wildfires.
A report by World Weather Attribution found that climate change has made severe wildfires 10 times more likely in Turkey and Greece. Without stronger preventive measures and a shift away from fossil fuels, future wildfires could become 18% more intense, six times more likely, and 25% harder to control.
Experts stress that Turkey must move beyond firefighting to proactive prevention, warning that the country — like much of southern Europe — has entered a new era of heightened wildfire risks.
Read more here: https://www.dailysabah.com/turkiye/experts-warn-turkiye-faces-longer-more-intense-wildfire-seasons/news
SPORT
Thank you to Brian Lloyd for the Fethiyespor weekly update.
Fethiyespor Win Cup Match, Welcome Returning Player, Launch New Shirts as Stadium Demolition Begins
Fethiyespor secured a 2-0 victory in their midweek Ziraat Cup game, advancing to the next round of the competition.
In transfer news, the club has reached an agreement with Ramazan Çevik, who previously played for Fethiyespor in the 2023–2024 season and most recently for Arnavutköy Belediyespor. Çevik, who has three championships, one playoff final, and two playoff appearances to his name, officially signed his contract at a ceremony attended by directors Harun Reşit Yiğit and Ramazan Göktepe.
Meanwhile, the 2025–2026 season football shirts are now available at the Fethiyespor Shop and Café, located next to the harbour car park near Migros Supermarket, where daily boat trips depart. Shirts are priced at 3,000 TL and available in all sizes.
Demolition of Fethiye City Stadium Stands Underway
Demolition has begun on the reinforced concrete stands of Fethiye City Stadium, which were closed to spectators last year following negative earthquake safety reports.
The Denizli-based firm awarded the demolition contract began dismantling the stands today and expects to complete the work within one month, after which the area will be fully cleared.
Club director Harun Reşit Yiğit underlined the importance of a modern facility for local sports, saying:
“Hopefully, a new stadium will be built in the future with the support of our ministry. This will give Fethiyespor the opportunity to play in a modern stadium.”
Match Result – 7th September
Fethiyespor lost their away match on 7th September against Aliağa FK. The final score was 3-0.
Following the recent matches, Fethiyespor remains in 14th place in the league tables.
Looking ahead, Fethiyespor’s next fixture is a home game on Saturday, September 13, with kick-off at 19:00.
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Turkish Lira (TL) exchange rates
The British Pound bought 55.41 TL by the close of business on Friday. The week before it was selling for 55.51 TL.
The US Dollar bought 41.21 TL by the close of business on Friday. The week before it was selling for 41.10 TL.
The Euro bought 48.30 TL by the close of business on Friday. The week before it was selling for 48.02 TL.
Source: exchangerates.org.uk
Weather Forecast
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