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Over 100,000 acres burned in Portugal; 1,100 firefighters battling wildfires.

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A major wildfire in northern Portugal has burned over 100,000 acres of vegetation since Thursday.
Approximately 1,100 firefighters are currently working to control the blaze.
The fire has resulted in injuries to at least nine individuals.
The situation follows a severe heatwave affecting the region.
Smoke from the fire is reportedly visible from space.

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Over the past few days, a significant wildfire has raged in northern Portugal, destroying over 100,000 acres of vegetation. The blaze began on Thursday and has escalated in intensity, exacerbated by a severe heatwave affecting the region. In response to this crisis, approximately 1,100 firefighters have been deployed to combat the flames and bring the situation under control.

As the fire continues to spread, it has resulted in the injury of at least nine individuals, highlighting the dangerous conditions faced by both firefighters and local residents. The smoke from the fire has been so extensive that it is reportedly visible from space. Efforts to contain the wildfire are ongoing, with firefighters working tirelessly in challenging conditions to protect life and property from the advancing flames.

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