Fire crews still battling Turkish blazes as some reignite

Villagers water trees to stop the wildfires that continue to rage in Antalya, Turkey (AP)

More than 100 wildfires have been brought under control in Turkey, according to officials, as firefighters work to battle blazes that continue in popular seaside destinations.

The minister of forestry and agriculture, Bekir Pakdemirli, tweeted that five fires were continuing in the tourist destinations of Antalya and Mugla, while 107 fires were “under control”.