A fire broke out in the kitchen of an apartment in Barcelos, forcing the evacuation of the entire building. The fire started during the morning and quickly spread, putting the building's residents at risk.
Three people were injured due to the fire. The authorities went to the scene to fight the flames and assist the victims, whose condition was not immediately disclosed.
The children from a kindergarten that operates in the same building were removed for safety reasons. The people in charge of the space took the precaution of evacuating the young children before the emergency services arrived.
The authorities are investigating the causes of the fire, which have not yet been officially determined. The building suffered significant damage, and the residents have not yet been able to return to their homes.
