Fire in Penacova fought by 8 aerial means

Notícias de Coimbra1 September 2026 at 17:48

A fire broke out this Tuesday, September 1, in a bush area in the Penacova region. The alert was given to authorities, who triggered a firefighting response using aerial means.

In fighting the flames, 8 aerial means were mobilized, which played a fundamental role in controlling the situation. Combat operations continued throughout the day to extinguish the fire and prevent its spread.

The affected area consisted mainly of bush vegetation, a type of fuel common in rural fires. Local authorities monitored the evolution of the fire and coordinated response efforts.

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