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Environment · Funchal · 27 July 2026

Fontainebleau Fire: Signs of Calm After Five Days of Intense Fighting

After five days of intense fighting, the fire in Fontainebleau forest shows signs of calming, with authorities beginning a more controlled phase of operations.

Fontainebleau Fire: Signs of Calm After Five Days of Intense Fighting

The fire that devastated part of the Fontainebleau forest is beginning to show signs of a truce on the fifth day. The flames have lost intensity, allowing authorities to move to a more controlled phase of operations, although vigilance remains tight to prevent flare-ups.

Hundreds of personnel, including firefighters, civil protection, and volunteers, have worked day and night in adverse conditions. The mobilization of local farmers, using their own equipment, was crucial in containing the fire's advance and protecting sensitive areas. Community solidarity has been a fundamental pillar in responding to this disaster.

Although the situation is improving, a final assessment will only be made after the fire is completely extinguished and the damage evaluated. The Fontainebleau incident highlights the importance of courage, coordination, and solidarity in fighting forest fires.

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