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Arouca: wildfire reduced to one active front on a day of temperature drops
The fire in Arouca, which began Monday night, is now down to one active front near Covelo de Paivó, with 579 firefighters currently engaged. A second major wildfire in Boticas/Chaves remains active with 346 personnel, while a fire in Torre de Moncorvo/Carrazeda de Ansiães is now under control.
Why it mattersWhile the fire in Arouca is less intense today, active firefighting operations continue in several districts; if you are in or near Arouca, Boticas, or Chaves, avoid the vicinity of these fires and follow the instructions of local authorities.
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