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Arouca firefighter in critical condition to be transferred to Gaia

A firefighter seriously injured in an accident on the way to the Arouca fire will be transferred to Gaia Hospital for further surgery.

25 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A firefighter is in critical condition following an accident while en route to a fire in Arouca. According to sources, he will be transferred to Gaia Hospital, where he will undergo further surgery.

In addition to the firefighter being transferred, two other personnel involved in the incident remain hospitalized. The details regarding the condition of the other two firefighters have not been specified in the sources consulted.

The accident occurred last week, leaving one of the firefighters in more serious condition. Authorities are monitoring the situation and providing necessary support to those involved.

Among the personnel involved, the response to incidents in the region has been intense, considering the challenging circumstances posed by ongoing active fires.

Gaia Hospital is one of the facilities designated to receive critical cases, and the firefighter's transfer is being coordinated with emergency services.

Updates on the injured firefighter's health status are expected to be communicated by health authorities as his treatment progresses. The situation is being closely monitored given the seriousness of his condition.

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