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Updated: 29/07/2025 - 12:32 GMT+2
Portugal is battling multiple forest fires across its northern and central regions on Tuesday, as high temperatures and strong winds fuel dangerous conditions, civil protection authorities reported.
More than 1,700 firefighters have been deployed to tackle a dozen major blazes. The most critical situation was in Arouca, where 500 personnel and 175 land units were mobilised.
In Ponte da Barca, a fire active since Saturday continued to spread near residential areas, prompting evacuations.
Five firefighters were injured in a road accident, and at least six others sustained minor injuries during operations.
Authorities remain on high alert, warning that persistent heat may worsen conditions, with the entire country facing a maximum or very high fire risk.
