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In pictures: Portugal forest fire
A deadly wildfire, possibly started by lightning,
has swept central Portugal, claiming dozens of lives.
18/06/17
A wildfire is reflected in a stream at Penela, Coimbra, central Portugal
Many of those who died were in cars trying to flee the fire
Firefighters pause as the wildfire continues behind them
Portugal's prime minister said it was "the greatest tragedy we have seen in recent years"
Several firefighters are among those seriously injured
More wildfires were reported across Portugal, and thunderstorms may be to blame
The extent of the destruction became clear on the IC8 motorway on Sunday
Most of those who died were on a road leading to the IC8 motorway
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-40317711
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