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Environment/Science UN chief 'deeply saddened' by the many lives claimed by raging wildfires in Portugal
Just Earh News 19 Jun 2017, 04:41 am Print
Mark Garten (file)
New York, June 19(Just Earth News): 'Shocked and horrified' at the many lives claimed by the devastating fires that hit the Pedrógão Grande region of Portugal, United Nations Secretary-GeneralAntónio Guterres on Sunday expressed his deep sadness and condolences to the Portuguese Government and people.
According to news reports, the fast-moving wildfires ripped through the forested Pedrógão Grande central region of Portugal, some 150 kilometers (95 miles) northeast of Lisbon, leaving dozens dead and more injured.
“I wish a speedy recovery to the injured. At this time of loss, my thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of the victims,” said Guterres.
The UN chief went on to commend the Government, firefighters, emergency responders and civil society organizations who are sparing no efforts to battle the wildfire and help people in need.
“The United Nations stands ready to assist in any way possible,” the Secretary-General concluded.
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