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Fires: One in every three hectares burned in Portugal this year was caused by arson
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Fires: One in every three hectares burned in Portugal this year was caused by arson

SAPO Notícias2 September 2026 at 15:00

Portugal records a high proportion of territory consumed by forest fires in 2026. One in every three hectares burned in the country this year was caused by arson, meaning that a significant portion of the fires was intentional. This reality places Portugal in a negative spotlight regarding forest fires. The proportion of territory consumed by these fires remains high, evidencing the gravity of the situation in the country.

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