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More than 700 operatives from various European countries took part in the exercise

Video. Portugal tests fire response in European exercise with 700 operatives

Updated: 08/05/2026 - 11:47 GMT+2

With the arrival of hot weather and the increased risk of fires, more than 700 operatives from six European countries took part in an exercise in Viseu that simulated a large rural fire.

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