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Portugal battles forest fires; over 1,100 firefighters deployed, four injured.

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A major forest fire is currently burning in northern Portugal, having destroyed over 100,000 hectares of vegetation since Thursday.
More than 1,100 firefighters are actively working to control the flames, supported by 380 fire engines and eight aircraft.
At least nine people have been reported injured due to the wildfires, with some in serious condition.
The Portuguese government has requested international assistance from neighboring European countries and Morocco to help combat the fires.

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In northern Portugal, firefighters are battling a significant forest fire that has ravaged over 100,000 acres of land since it ignited on Thursday. More than 1,100 firefighters, supported by 380 fire engines and eight aerial units, are actively working to contain the flames. The situation has escalated, leading to a request for international aid from the Portuguese government to neighboring European countries and Morocco.

As a result of the ongoing fire, at least nine individuals have sustained injuries, with two reported to be in serious condition. The fires are occurring during a heatwave, with temperatures hitting extreme levels, further complicating firefighting efforts. Local authorities are facing multiple fire fronts, intensifying their challenges in managing the crisis effectively.

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