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Nearly 60 municipalities in 10 districts at maximum fire danger

Now15 September 2026 at 09:52

Nearly 60 municipalities in 10 districts of mainland Portugal are at maximum fire danger, according to the competent authorities.

The rural fire danger will remain very high in some regions at least until Sunday, indicating a prolonged risk situation.

The affected regions are distributed across 10 districts, encompassing a significant number of municipalities facing critical fire danger conditions.

This maximum danger scenario occurs in a context where weather conditions contribute to the increased risk of ignition and spread of rural fires in mainland Portugal.

Why this matters

Readers who live in or travel to the affected areas face restrictions on access to forest areas, prohibition of burnings, and mandatory increased vigilance. Maximum danger increases the risk of devastating fires, requiring special care from the population and local authorities in emergency prevention and response.

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