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Fire at plastics company in Batalha involved 41 firefighters

A fire at a plastics company in Batalha mobilized 41 firefighters and 14 vehicles to combat the flames.

7 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A fire broke out at a plastics company in Batalha, prompting an alert at 10:53 AM. According to reports, 41 firefighters were deployed to combat the blaze.

The firefighters were supported by 14 vehicles that responded to the scene to help control the situation.

The company's managing partner stated that, as of now, the causes of the fire remain unknown, and no information has been released regarding any potential injuries or significant damage.

Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances that led to the outbreak of the fire, while firefighters work to ensure the safety of the affected area.

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