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Tractor rollover causes one seriously injured in Vilas Boas

A Voz de Trás-os-Montes15 September 2026 at 20:00

A tractor rollover occurred in Vilas Boas, resulting in one seriously injured person. The alert was given at 6:16 PM, and the Volunteer Firefighters from Vidago were mobilized to the scene.

The Emergency Medical and Resuscitation Vehicle (VMER) from INEM stationed in Chaves also participated in the rescue operation. Bruno Henriques, commander of the fire corporation, confirmed the information about the victim's serious injuries.

After being assisted at the scene, the man was transported by the firefighters to São Pedro Hospital in Vila Real. The operation involved nine members of the Volunteer Firefighters of Vidago, supported by three vehicles.

The National Republican Guard was also present at the scene, having monitored the incident and taken charge of the situation.

Why this matters

The tractor accident directly affects the agricultural community of Vilas Boas, a region where field work is common. Local readers learn that São Pedro Hospital in Vila Real received a seriously injured person from that area, and that local authorities responded to the incident with significant resources. This type of agricultural machinery accident is recurring in Trás-os-Montes, alerting readers to the risks associated with tractor handling.

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