The fire, which broke out around 12:30 p.m. in Meixomil, Pacos de Ferreira, in a bush and forest area, was believed to be under control.
There are 127 firefighters on the scene, supported by 39 ground vehicles, who are conducting clean-up maneuvers to avoid re-ignition. Some residents were even forced to leave their homes.
A source from Pacos de Ferreira volunteer firefighters told Lusa that the flames are raging in a wooded area along Aguas Altas Avenue, which crosses the parishes of Meixomil and Penamayor, located about four kilometers northwest of the city.
According to the same source, the flames crossed “to Santo Tirso” and were close to the furniture factory of the Swedish multinational company Ikea, as well as to the Portuguese Air Force radar installed in the area, “but did not enter the military zone.” “.
At 2:30 p.m., CDOS Porto said the fire was “great concern” as it was close to an industrial area, was “very intense” and had consumed a patch of bush.
Author: Lusa
Source: CM Jornal
