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First Alert Dispatch — Guarda, Vila Nova de Foz Côa, Freixo de Numão

Fogos.pt — Incêndios ativos9 September 2026 at 05:39

A First Alert Dispatch was issued for a wildfire in the Guarda region, specifically in the localities of Vila Nova de Foz Côa and Freixo de Numão. The alert refers to a Forest Stand situation, indicating that the fire occurs in a vegetation area with proximity to inhabited areas or areas of population interest.

The authorities mobilized five operatives and one ground vehicle to combat the fire. No aerial resources were requested for this occurrence. The First Alert Dispatch is the first alert level of the emergency management system, signaling that the authorities are attentive and have already deployed the initial response resources.

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