Fire in Serra d'Ossa enters resolution phase after mobilizing 273 operatives
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Fire in Serra d'Ossa enters resolution phase after mobilizing 273 operatives

SAPO Notícias6 September 2026 at 08:34

The fire that broke out in Serra d'Ossa, in the municipality of Redondo, was declared resolved during the early hours of this Sunday. The alert for the occurrence was received at 7:40 PM on Saturday.

Throughout the night, the fire presented three active fronts, which led to a progressive reinforcement of the combat device. In total, 273 operatives were mobilized to combat the flames.

The operations had the support of ground and aerial means, which were reinforced as the situation worsened during Saturday night.

The situation was resolved in the early hours of Sunday, without immediate knowledge of data regarding the burned area or any damage caused by the fire.

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