Five aerial assets fight bush and forest fires in Aljezur
Initially, it was necessary to defend some homes
Initially, it was necessary to defend some homes
Due to weather forecasts
Blockers recalled that the losses calculated by the local authorities “exceed 15 million euros”
The most frequent causes are arson (28%) and agricultural fires (17%)
Mayor expects the Government to present support measures in October
Fire consumed 8400 hectares
If necessary, the means are already in place to remove people from the Fornalha area.
At least one Kamov helicopter, one light helicopter and two Fireboss planes are battling the flames.
Wednesday was the 5th day of August with the highest number of ignitions
GNR elements highlighted for the prevention of forest fires were reinforced by 30%
This support had already been announced by Maria do Céu Antunes, Minister of Agriculture and Food