Madeira Mobilizes Wildfire Response As New Fires Ignite

Wildfires Persist In Encumeada And Paul Da Serra

The wildfires that began on August 14 continue to burn on the fifth consecutive day, with significant activity reported in Encumeada and Paul da Serra. Despite the concerted efforts of firefighting teams, these areas remain under threat, with flames advancing across the landscape. The fire has progressed in higher elevations and is moving towards the Loiral Solar Farm, but it remains a significant distance from agglomerations in the area.

See The Full Extent Of Wildfire Hotspots On NASA FIRMS

Find NASA FIRMS (Fire Information for Resource Management System) map centered on Madeira, Portugal, displaying active fire data for the past 24 hours. This is helpful to visualize the extent and location of the wildfires currently affecting the region. Dots in red indicate new fires that have been monitored only recently.

Reignition In Curral Das Freiras

At noon today, a reignition was reported in Curral das Freiras, complicating the already challenging firefighting operations. The region had been under control, but the resurgence of flames has required additional resources and vigilance.

There are two active fires, one in Encumeada and another in Paul da Serra. At 12:00 PM, there was a reignition in Curral das Freiras. (…) In the municipality of Câmara de Lobos, in the Jardim da Serra area, there is still active surveillance.

Diário de Notícias da Madeira

Over 150 Firefighters And Aerial Support Deployed

More than 150 operational personnel, along with over 40 firefighting vehicles, have been deployed to combat the fires. The helicopter has been in continuous use since the outbreak began, providing crucial aerial support by dropping water on the most active fire fronts.

Reinforcements Arrive From The Azores

In a show of regional solidarity, 15 firefighters from the Azores arrived in Madeira early this morning to assist in the ongoing battle against the fires. These reinforcements have joined local and national teams, adding much-needed manpower to the effort.

Authorities Urge Public Caution And Cooperation

The Serviço Regional de Proteção Civil (SRPC) has issued a strong appeal to the public to avoid affected areas. Officials emphasize that staying clear of these zones is essential for both public safety and the efficiency of firefighting operations.

Sources:
Jornal da Madeira
Diário de Notícias da Madeira