Portugal: Heatwave raises concerns over increased mortality, says Health Minister

Portugal's Directorate-General of Health raised the heatwave alert to orange.

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The Health Minister fears an increase in mortality, particularly among vulnerable populations.

The city of Braga has already activated its highest alert level to cope with the situation.

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