Rising temperatures increase rural fire risk in Portugal, with 15 municipalities at maximum danger

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Rising temperatures are increasing rural fire risk across Portugal. Fifteen municipalities are at maximum risk starting Friday. Temperatures will reach up to 38 degrees Celsius in Évora, with over half of mainland Portugal facing maximum or very high fire danger. The heatwave's intensity and duration remain uncertain, with forecasts expected to be adjusted in the coming days.


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