More than 1,700 firefighters have been deployed to tackle a dozen major blazes. The most critical situation was in Arouca, where 500 personnel and 175 land units were mobilised.
In Ponte da Barca, a fire active since Saturday continued to spread near residential areas, prompting evacuations.
Five firefighters were injured in a road accident, and at least six others sustained minor injuries during operations.
Authorities remain on high alert, warning that persistent heat may worsen conditions, with the entire country facing a maximum or very high fire risk.
