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Wildfire in Chaves nearing resolution

A wildfire that started in Ventuzelos, Chaves, is nearing resolution, while another remains active.

16 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The wildfire that broke out in the forested area of Ventuzelos, in the municipality of Chaves, is currently in a phase of resolution, according to information from Observador. Firefighting teams have been actively working to control the situation in the area.

Despite the progress made in the Ventuzelos wildfire, another fire in the localities of Ardãos and Bobadela remains active. So far, no details have been provided regarding the extent or severity of this latest blaze.

The situation is still under the watch of the authorities, with operations ongoing to monitor and contain the wildfires in the region.

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