Around 3,000 firemen and woman are tackling some 123 wildfires, the largest of which, in Arouca, last night travelled 15 kilometres. Twelve of the fires are of large dimensions.


In Madeira hundreds of people were put up in shelters last night as the flames continued to test local resources.


One hotel and around 150 homes have been destroyed by the fires on the island.


Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo has offered to help the region financially in its recovery.