A significant wildfire broke out in Belverde, Amora, Seixal, with the fire alert raised at 12:52 PM after it reportedly originated from a vehicle fire on the A33 highway.

Firefighting efforts are being hampered by strong winds, complicating the situation on the ground.

As of 8:00 AM, 466 personnel, supported by 160 vehicles and five bulldozers, were deployed to combat the blaze.

The fire is currently progressing with two active fronts towards EN377, affecting the area between Fernão Ferro and Alfarim, but no injuries or damage to homes have been reported.

Although there are residential areas and a gas station near the fire, authorities have confirmed that they are not in immediate danger.

Various emergency response teams, including local fire brigades, the National Republican Guard, and the Red Cross, are actively involved in firefighting operations.

By 8:00 PM, the firefighting efforts had mobilized 416 firefighters and 141 ground vehicles, although no aerial units were operational at that time.

Firefighting teams are working diligently around the perimeter of the fire, but no estimated time for full containment has been provided.

The mayor of Seixal has urged the public to remain calm, assuring them that firefighters are doing everything possible to control the flames and protect residential zones.

Preventive measures are in place to protect a fuel supply station and a NATO ammunition depot, with assistance from the Armed Forces.

While there have been no reported casualties or damage to homes, five civilian vehicles have been destroyed in the fire.

Currently, two active fronts of the fire are threatening the Herdade da Apostiça area, which is primarily forested.