The PSD Parliamentary Group, through a vote of praise that was submitted to the Legislative Assembly, expresses its recognition for the "remarkable demonstration of Azorean solidarity" with Madeiran cattle breeders affected by the recent fires.
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The first containers of hay have already been sent to assist cattle farmers in Madeira; victims of the fires last month that affected the west of the island. The containers arrival in Madeira is scheduled for the 13th of November.
Strengthening the fire detection system and studying the replacement of the current helicopter with another with a higher capacity or even the acquisition of a second aerial means are the possibilities put on the table by the President of the Regional Government.
The CDS Parliamentary Group, together with local Mayors, visited the municipality of Calheta, more precisely some of the parishes most affected by last week's fires.
The Regional Civil Protection Service, IP-RAM, informs that, at the moment, a rigorous survey of the damage caused to heritage and environmental assets is being carried out.
Yesterday saw the pre-trial of a 45-year-old man caught trying to start a fire. The alleged Prazeres arsonist was holding a blowtorch and a machete in his hands, while a can of petrol stood next to him when the Judicial Police caught him in a surprise raid.
After the fires in Ribeira Brava and Ponta do Sol, Calheta's residents have said that they have been through the fires of hell.