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Madeira Suffers Three Fatal Road Accidents in Just One Week

Madeira Suffers Three Fatal Road Accidents in Just One Week

In the past week, Madeira has endured three tragic road accidents that resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including two minors.

Two Teenagers Killed in Motorcycle Accident in Quinta Grande

Two Teenagers Killed in Motorcycle Accident in Quinta Grande

A tragic motorcycle crash inside Madeira's Quinta Grande tunnel claimed the lives of a boy and a girl this afternoon.

National Recognition for Rehousing Citizens of Fajã das Galinhas

National Recognition for Rehousing Citizens of Fajã das Galinhas

Câmara de Lobos has earned a national award for successfully rehousing endangered families amid the unprecedented challenges posed by recent wildfires.

Air Force Buys 3 More Helicopters To Fight Wildfires

Air Force Buys 3 More Helicopters To Fight Wildfires

The Portuguese Air Force expands its firefighting capabilities with three new Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawks.

Fajã das Galinhas Residents to Abandon Homes Permanently

Fajã das Galinhas Residents to Abandon Homes Permanently

Madeira faces landslide risks after wildfires, displacing dozens of families from Fajã das Galinhas for good.

Firefighters Slam Government Wildfire Response

Firefighters Slam Government Wildfire Response

Firefighters slam government's wildfire response. What more must burn before authorities deploy effective strategies and resources on the ground and in the air?

It's Never Too Late: Two Canadair Planes Set To Arrive In Madeira

It's Never Too Late: Two Canadair Planes Set To Arrive In Madeira

After a devastating week with thousands of hectares scorched, Madeira finally receives much-needed air support to combat the fires.

Wildfire Has Spread To Pico Ruivo, Urgent Calls For Air Support

Wildfire Has Spread To Pico Ruivo, Urgent Calls For Air Support

Wildfires in Madeira have now reached the island’s highest peak, Pico Ruivo, prompting urgent calls for air support.

Unprecedented Destruction? Madeira Wildfire Torches 7,000 Hectares Of Land

Unprecedented Destruction? Madeira Wildfire Torches 7,000 Hectares Of Land

As the fifth day of uncontrolled wildfires unfolds in Madeira, the full scale of the disaster is becoming increasingly evident.

Madeira Mobilizes Wildfire Response As New Fires Ignite

Madeira Mobilizes Wildfire Response As New Fires Ignite

Wildfires progress in Encumeada and Paul da Serra, while a reignition of a fire has been reported in Curral das Freiras.

Raging Wildfires Escalate Across Madeira

Raging Wildfires Escalate Across Madeira

The wildfire threat is intensifying and putting additional regions at risk. Authorities are seeking additional assistance from the Azores to help combat the expanding fires.