Portugal - Wildfires (Catnat, media, FOGOS PT) (ECHO Daily Flash of 27 July 2023)

On 25-26 July, one wildfire has been affecting the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park in Alcabideche locality, Cascais Municipality, Lisbon District, south-western Portugal, resulting in casualties. The wildfire is approximately 180 hectares. The wildfire has been contained on the night of 26 July.

According to media, as of 27 July, 14 people have been injured, including nine firefighters, and 100 people have been evacuated. More than 600 firefighters, a dozen aircraft and 189 vehicles have been deployed. No damage to homes has been recorded.

Over the next 48 hours, according to National authorities, the fire danger forecast is expected to be high.