Wildfire in Central Madeira, Portugal (2024-08-14)

On the 14 August 2024, wildfire is reported to have affected the Sera de Aqua region in the central part of the Madeiran Island. The event is increasing and already burnt area of over 3000 ha, covering the municipalities of Ribeira Brava and Camara de Lobos. 120 Regiao Autonoma Madeira operational personnel and reinforcement of 76 from FOCON (National Command) are fighting the fire. Over 100 people have been evacuated. Adverse weather conditions are present and forecast for the coming days and there potentially the wildfire could spread to neighbouring municipalities. Copernicus EMS Rapid Mapping is requested to provide wildfire extent and damage assessment emergency mapping.