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Over 60 municipalities at maximum fire risk in Portugal
More than 60 municipalities, mainly in the northern and central interior and in the Algarve, are at maximum fire risk according to IPMA.
More than 60 municipalities in Portugal are at maximum fire risk, according to the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and the Atmosphere (IPMA). This alert primarily affects areas in the northern and central interior, as well as the Algarve region.
According to various sources, the most affected regions include Bragança, Viseu, Guarda, Castelo Branco, Santarém, Portalegre, and Faro. The IPMA indicated that these areas are experiencing conditions that increase the risk of wildfires.
While RTP explicitly mentions the situation in over 60 municipalities, Notícias ao Minuto and ECO report a significant number of municipalities but cite figures ranging between 30 and 40, suggesting discrepancies in the available information.
The rise in temperatures in the northern and central interior has been highlighted, which may have contributed to the heightened fire risk. The forecast of intense heat could worsen the situation in various regions of the country.
The IPMA urges citizens to stay alert to weather conditions and to avoid behaviors that could spark fires. Precautionary measures are recommended to protect people and property.
The current situation is being monitored and will be assessed throughout the day, as weather conditions can vary. The alert for maximum fire danger remains in effect until further updates.