Summary:
Firefighter dies during a meal break while fighting a fire in Oliveira de Azeméis.
Victim was 60 years old and part of the São Mamede Infesta brigade.
The Ministry of Internal Administration has expressed condolences to the family.
More than 430 firefighters and 140 vehicles are combating the ongoing fire.
A hotel was evacuated due to smoke as a safety precaution.
Tragic Incident in Oliveira de Azeméis
A firefighter from the São Mamede Infesta brigade has tragically died while combating a fire in Oliveira de Azeméis. The man, approximately 60 years old, suffered a cardiac arrest during a meal break.
Official Confirmation
The Ministry of Internal Administration confirmed the incident and has reached out to the commander of the São Mamede Infesta firefighters to express condolences to the brigade and the deceased's family.
Ongoing Fire Efforts
At the time of this incident, firefighters were engaged in efforts to control what the Civil Protection deemed the most concerning fire situation in the country late Sunday night. Over 430 personnel are currently involved in firefighting operations, supported by 140 vehicles. The situation has necessitated the evacuation of a hotel as a precaution due to smoke.
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