Eleven municipalities in four districts of mainland Portugal present maximum rural fire danger, according to the information provided. The districts affected by this extreme risk situation are Faro, Beja, Évora and Portalegre.
Temperatures will remain high this Friday, contributing to the worsening of fire danger conditions. The intense heat has been creating a scenario of great concern for civil protection authorities.
The maximum danger situation implies a very high risk of rural fire occurrence and rapid flame spread, should ignitions occur. These adverse weather conditions require special care on the part of the population.
