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✅ Seven dead due to wildfires ravaging Portugal

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In September 2024, wildfires in Portugal have claimed the lives of at least seven individuals, including three firefighters. These blazes originated in the northern regions, primarily Aveiro and Viseu, burning over 10,000 hectares in two days—more than all summer combined. The fires, exacerbated by high temperatures exceeding 30°C and extreme dry conditions, prompted a massive emergency response involving 5,300 firefighters, with additional support from the EU including eight firefighting aircraft from Spain, France, Italy, and Greece. The circumstances have drawn attention to the increasing frequency and severity of such wildfires, linked to climate change. Authorities have recorded 54 active wildfires nationwide, with the national command warning of a complex and challenging situation ahead.

Helium Trades     Sep 21, 2024