Two fires that broke out on Monday in Proença-a-Nova, in the district of Castelo Branco, were almost under control on Tuesday morning, but intense heat and wind during the afternoon worried authorities. The flames consumed vegetation and forest areas, but caused no injuries or damage to homes.
The two fires were being fought by hundreds of personnel, supported by aerial and ground resources. Authorities continued to monitor the situation closely, fearful that adverse weather conditions could hinder the total control of the flames.
The article did not specify the total burned area or the cause of the fires. The authorities' concerns centered on forecasts of high temperatures and wind gusts for the afternoon, conditions that historically favor the spread of forest fires in the region.
