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GNR alerts to worsening rural fire danger in the coming days

Braga TV12 September 2026 at 10:58

The National Republican Guard (GNR) issued today an alert about a significant worsening of rural fire danger in mainland Portugal in the coming days. According to the security force, the expected danger levels are "very high" or "maximum", due to the forecast of temperatures exceeding 35 degrees.

The alert comes in a worrying context of rural fire activity. Until the 6th, the GNR recorded 7,034 rural fires and made 172 arrests related to this issue.

The forecast of hot and dry weather in the coming days contributes to a considerable increase in fire risk, keeping authorities on maximum alert to prevent serious incidents.

Why this matters

Readers in mainland Portugal face a high risk of rural fires in the coming days, particularly in the interior North and Centre regions, Alentejo and Algarve, where temperatures above 35°C are forecast. The population should take additional precautions and avoid risky behaviors when accessing rural areas, following GNR guidelines. This alert comes following more than 7,000 fires already recorded this year, showing a worrying trend that may worsen with the forecast weather conditions.

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