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More than 150 operatives combat fire in Mira-Sintra

RTP Notícias12 September 2026 at 18:10

A fire broke out this Saturday in a scrubland area in Mira-Sintra, mobilizing a significant firefighting force. By 6pm, more than 150 operatives were on the ground working to contain the fire.

The firefighting force consisted of 158 operatives, supported by 44 ground resources and one aerial resource. Authorities deployed these resources to the affected area, where the fire was burning intensely.

The area in question is located near homes, which prompted concern from authorities and the mobilization of a large number of resources to protect nearby dwellings from the flames.

Why this matters

Residents of Mira-Sintra and surrounding areas face immediate danger due to the proximity of the flames to homes. The high number of operatives and resources mobilized indicates the severity of the situation, which may require evacuations or affect traffic on surrounding roads. This fire follows a period of weather conditions conducive to the spread of forest fires in the region.

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