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A wildfire originating in Torre de Moncorvo has expanded into Carrazeda de Ansiães, currently presenting two active fronts with over 300 firefighters deployed to manage the situation.
Over 100 firefighters are currently battling a wildfire in Montesinho Natural Park, amidst a series of severe blazes across the Bragança region that have resulted in injuries and evacuations.
A major wildfire in Linhares, Carrazeda de Ansiães, has mobilized over 170 firefighters and eight aerial assets, marking it as the most concerning fire in Portugal this Saturday. Meanwhile, other fires in Silves remain active, while the situation in Fornos de Algodres is now under control.
The Valpaços wildfire has triggered the Municipal Emergency Plan as it spreads to Vinhais and Mirandela, with nearly 1,000 personnel deployed to combat the blaze alongside ongoing efforts in Chaves.
A severe wildfire spreading across northern Portugal has damaged over 20 homes and left five people with minor injuries, prompting mass evacuations in the Mirandela municipality.
The fire, which was declared under control on Wednesday, began a week ago in Torre de Moncorvo and spread to the neighbouring municipality.
More than 3,000 hectares of land have been burned by the wildfire that started in Torre de Moncorvo and later spread into neighbouring Carrazeda de Ansiães, according to provisional estimates. The post Torre de Moncorvo wildfire burns over 3,000 hectares across two municipalities appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Operational teams are expected to remain on the ground “for the next few days” to carry out consolidation and mop-up work.
The sub-regional commander for Emergency and Civil Protection of the Douro region highlighted that there were no reports of injuries or damage to infrastructure.
There is damage to crops such as vineyards, olive groves, and cork oaks. The fire has already consumed about three thousand hectares of land.
The fire in Torre de Moncorvo is the one mobilizing the most resources, with over 550 personnel and 171 vehicles on the ground.
Over a thousand firefighters were engaged at 8:00 AM in combating the four largest active wildfires in Northern Portugal. According to the National Authority for Emergency and Civil Protection (ANEPC), the fires in Torre de Moncorvo, Arouca, and Santo Tirso are the most significant. Operations throughout the night, including the use of heavy machinery and suppression fire, have helped stabilize some fronts, though aerial support is being deployed this morning. A separate incident involving a vehicle rollover in Arouca resulted in four injured firefighters, requiring a temporary diversion of resources.
Authorities have sought to advise and speak with the population in a preventive and proactive manner, so that they maintain their safety and that of their property.
The fire in Torre de Moncorvo has three active fronts. The one causing the most concern is located in Vilarinho da Castanheira, in the municipality of Carrazeda de Ansiães.
Torre de Moncorvo and Arouca are among the fires causing the most concern for Civil Protection and firefighters. Commander Paulo Santos warns of difficult access and the emergence of new ignitions during the night, when aerial resources cannot be used.
The fires in question are in Torre de Moncorvo, Santo Tirso, and Arouca.
More than 400 firefighters are battling a wildfire with three active fronts in the Bragança district, as difficult terrain and worsening weather complicate operations. The fire broke out in Torre The post Over 400 firefighters battle Torre de Moncorvo wildfire appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The fire had already been brought under control on Sunday but reactivated shortly after.
Update at 11 PM: Over 400 emergency responders are currently battling wildfires in the Torre de Moncorvo region.
In Torre de Moncorvo, there is already talk of confinement. The fire is approaching the village of Lousa, and the population is preparing to stay indoors should the situation worsen.
Of the four active fires, Torre de Moncorvo has the largest firefighting force deployed
There are 375 personnel on site, supported by 120 vehicles and six aerial assets.
At least four wildfires in the North of the country continue to concern authorities on the ground following a morning of firefighting efforts. The largest contingents of personnel and resources are deployed in Torre de Moncorvo, Boticas, Marco de Canaveses, and Ponte de Lima. In Torre de Moncorvo, Bragança district, the flames have been burning for over 24 hours; it is currently the most significant incident, with five aerial assets and 122 vehicles supporting 379 personnel. In Boticas, the fire is being fought by 243 personnel, supported by 83 vehicles and one aerial asset. In the locality of Facha, in Ponte de Lima, the fire started in the Viana do Castelo district and spread to the neighbouring municipality, with 170 personnel, 51 vehicles, and three aerial assets mobilised. In Marco de Canaveses, there are no aerial assets supporting the firefighting efforts, with 60 personnel and 18 vehicles on the ground. Speaking to RTP this afternoon, Carlos Mata, deputy national operations commander for the National Authority for Emergency and Civil Protection (ANEPC), explained that factors such as low humidity, high temperatures, and terrain issues are making the firefighting efforts more difficult. Wildfires also affect France, Belgium, and Greece. GNR: Arrests for arson crimes have more than doubled in 2026.
Two people died and four were injured, one of them in serious condition, in a head-on collision between two light vehicles that occurred today on the Complementary Itinerary 5 (IC5) in Vila Flor, according to a Civil Protection source.
One of the injured is in a serious condition and was transported by helicopter to the hospital.
A head-on collision between two light vehicles near Vila Flor resulted in the deaths of two people. Four others were injured, one of whom is in serious condition.
The fire in Torre de Moncorvo has spread to the neighbouring municipality of Carrazeda de Ansiães. Fires in Oliveira de Azeméis and Boticas have been brought under control. Firefighting efforts have been reinforced with aerial support.
Flames continue to burn in the districts of Bragança, Vila Real, Viana do Castelo and Porto, with the fire in Torre de Moncorvo mobilising the most resources.
