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Fire in Proença-a-Nova "burning with great intensity" and mobilizing more than 400 operativesPhoto by ELG21 on Pexels
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Fire in Proença-a-Nova "burning with great intensity" and mobilizing more than 400 operatives

CNN Portugal14 September 2026 at 20:32

A wildfire broke out on Tuesday morning in Proença-a-Nova, in a forested area. The fire is burning with great intensity, according to authorities.

More than 400 operatives are mobilized on the ground to fight the flames. Authorities are coordinating the firefighting efforts.

The incident occurs in a region traditionally vulnerable to wildfires, especially during the summer months. Proença-a-Nova is a municipality in the Castelo Branco district, known for its extensive forest cover.

Why this matters

Residents in the Proença-a-Nova region face potential risks to people, homes and forest land due to the intensity of the flames. The mobilization of more than 400 operatives indicates the severity of the situation, appealing to the vigilance of affected populations and compliance with authorities' instructions.

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