The Voluntary Firefighters of Alijó were mobilized on September 5th for a search and rescue operation at the Ribeira de São Mamede Footbridges, involving a 30-year-old young woman. The alert was issued through CODU and three vehicles and nine operatives were deployed to the scene.
Following this intervention, an appeal is made for responsibility and adherence to basic precautions by those who frequent pedestrian trails and natural areas. The article mentions recommendations such as planning the hike, using appropriate equipment, respecting physical limits and marked trails, as well as carrying water, a charged mobile phone, and sun protection.
The footbridges and natural trails continue to attract numerous visitors, but authorities reinforce that safety must be a priority, helping to prevent risky situations and avoid the mobilization of rescue resources for potentially avoidable incidents. The article was reported by journalist Vitória Botelho.
