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Wildfires Rage in Central Portugal (21 photos)

Over the past few days in Portugal’s Castelo Branco region, strong winds and temperatures over 100 degrees F (38 C) have driven devastating wildfires through several villages, destroying structures and injuring 39 people. Nearly 2,000 firefighters worked to bring the three major fires largely under control, but authorities warned that hot and dry conditions could lead to more flare-ups. Below, a collection images of the wildfires and the residents, volunteers, and professionals working to minimize the damage.