Tragic Car Crash on Algarve's N266 Claims Five Lives as Vehicle Bursts into Flames
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Tragic Car Crash on Algarve's N266 Claims Five Lives as Vehicle Bursts into Flames

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Summary:

  • Five people died in a car crash on the N266 road in Algarve, with the vehicle catching fire and bodies found charred.

  • Over 100 emergency responders and 29 vehicles were deployed to handle the incident, causing major traffic disruptions.

  • The alert was issued at 12:46, and authorities including firefighters and GNR are investigating the unknown causes.

Five Dead in Car Crash on N266 in Algarve

A devastating accident occurred on the N266 road between Portimão and Monchique in the Algarve region this Sunday, resulting in the deaths of five individuals. According to authorities, the vehicle veered off the road, burst into flames, and the bodies were found charred inside the car.

Emergency Response and Traffic Disruption

Over 100 emergency personnel were dispatched to the scene, supported by 29 vehicles. The incident has led to a complete traffic interruption on the route. The alert was raised at 12:46, with firefighter teams and the GNR (National Republican Guard) currently on site.

Ongoing Investigation

The causes of the accident have not yet been determined, and investigations are ongoing to understand what led to this tragic event.

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