“Situation not out of control, but complicated” - Forest fires in Portugal claim three lives and at least 17 people were injured
Summary of the situation
As of 11 am, July 12, 2023, three people have died and at least 17 people have been injured in wildfires in Portugal. The fires are burning in several locations across the country, including the Algarve, Alentejo, and Coimbra regions. Over 1,000 firefighters are battling the blazes, and more than 200 people have been evacuated from their homes.
The fires have been fueled by a combination of factors, including high temperatures, strong winds, and drought conditions. The Portuguese government has declared a state of emergency in the affected regions and has requested assistance from the European Union.
The impact of the fires
The fires have caused extensive damage to property and infrastructure. Several homes and businesses have been destroyed, and power lines have been knocked down. The fires have also forced the closure of roads and schools.
The fires have also had a significant impact on the environment. The blazes have destroyed large areas of forest and vegetation, and have released large amounts of smoke and pollution into the atmosphere.
The response of the authorities
The Portuguese government is taking a number of steps to respond to the fires. The government has deployed over 1,000 firefighters to battle the blazes, and has requested assistance from the European Union.
The government has also declared a state of emergency in the affected regions. This will allow the government to take extraordinary measures to respond to the fires, such as evacuating people from their homes and closing roads.
The outlook
The outlook for the fires is still uncertain. The fires are still burning, and the wind is expected to remain strong in the coming days. This could make it difficult to contain the blazes.
The government is urging people to stay away from the affected areas and to follow the instructions of local authorities.
Additional information
For more information on the wildfires in Portugal, please visit the following websites:
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