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A massive crane collapsed in the early hours of this morning in Figueira da Foz, on the coast of Coimbra, hitting six homes on three different streets in the touristic The post Massive crane collapses onto six homes in three streets in Figueira da Foz appeared first on Portugal Resident.
An explosion during the early hours damaged several homes and vehicles, with no casualties reported.
No casualties have been reported. Authorities are still investigating the incident, but have already ruled out the possibility that it was a gas explosion.
At present the cause has not been determined; authorities are investigating the situation.
At 03:23 an explosion at a building under construction in Algés damaged nearby vehicles and neighbouring homes. The cause has not yet been established and authorities are investigating; emergency services responded to secure the site and assess injuries and structural risks. Analytically, investigators will likely examine sources such as gas leaks, construction materials or workmanship failures, while officials must prioritise resident safety, site stabilization and a transparent inquiry into regulatory compliance.
