Eucalyptus gets the chop after deadly Portugal forest fires
Eucalyptus is Portugal's most widespread forest plant but it is cited as a cause of forest fires that lay
Lisbon - AFP
Portugal is to reduce the number of eucalyptus groves after the highly flammable plant was blamed for last month's deadly forest fires.
Parliament voted for the measure Wednesday as part of ongoing forest law reforms that started in April, before the blaze in the central Pedrogao Grande region that killed 64 people and injured more than 250.
Prime Minister Antonio Costa last week urged measures to prevent a repeat catastrophe, while also highlighting the challenges of forest redevelopment.
"We can’t refuse to curb the growth of eucalyptus because we're worried about its impact on the paper industry," he said last week, referring to a sector that represents 4.9 percent of Portuguese exports.
Eucalyptus is Portugal's most widespread forest plant, according to the country’s Institute for Nature Conservation and Forests.
But it is cited as a cause of forest fires that lay waste annually to around 100,000 hectares of vegetation
Source: AFP
- Wednesday ,17 October GMT 14:38 2018 Freezing cold in Russia’s Yakutia fails to frighten off tourists
- Saturday ,29 September GMT 15:40 2018 152 aftershocks recorded after 7.4-magnitude quake in Donggala
- Tuesday ,25 September GMT 18:01 2018 Project Re-Charge Pakistan for utilization of flood waters "PM"
GMT 14:38 2018 Wednesday ,17 October
Freezing cold in Russia’s Yakutia fails to frighten off touristsGMT 13:59 2018 Thursday ,11 October
President asks nation to fully support govt’s cleanliness driveGMT 15:09 2018 Sunday ,07 October
Earthquake 5.8 magnitude rocks Haiti, tremor felt in capital cityGMT 15:40 2018 Saturday ,29 September
152 aftershocks recorded after 7.4-magnitude quake in DonggalaGMT 18:01 2018 Tuesday ,25 September
Project Re-Charge Pakistan for utilization of flood waters "PM"GMT 16:47 2018 Tuesday ,25 September
Sarwar for secure environment to business communityGMT 22:39 2018 Friday ,14 September
Hurricane Florence deluges Carolinas ahead of landfallGMT 08:53 2018 Wednesday ,24 January
8.2 magnitude quake hits off Alaska: USGS
Economic conference on investment opportunities in Syria kicks off
Bucharest - SANA
With the participation of 120 representatives of Romanian companies, Chambers of Commerce and industry, An economic conference on “Reconstruction in Syria between the development of economic steadfastness and the opportunities ofRussia tests new telemetry system during manned Soyuz MS-11 spacecraft’s launch
Moscow - TASS
The Astra-06 apparatus developed by specialists of Russian Space Systems (RSS) was used for the first time as additional telemetric equipment aboard the manned Soyuz MS-11 spacecraft launched from the Baikonur CosmodromeLiverpool, Manchester City seek neighbours' help in title chase
London - DPA
Liverpool and Manchester City will be looking for a little help from their not-so-friendly neighbours this weekend. The Premier League front-runners face each other's local rivals when City host Everton and Liverpool take on Manchester United. Liverpool jumped above City at theBlue light in smartphones linked to blindness and some cancers
Spain - DPA
Ever since we have started to become chained to our smartphones and tablets, people have been saying that the waves coming off these devices must be bad for us. So often laughed off as conspiracy theorists, it now looks more and moreFestive Fashion by Dubai-based designer ASMARAÏA
Dubai - Arab Today
Dubai-based label ASMARAÏA just launched its pre-fall 2019 collection — and it’s all about cruelty-free, sustainable fashion with a festive edge. Checkmate The 15-piece collection features this checkered skirt-and-jacket ensemble that is giving us major “Clueless” vibes. Gold Rush ‘Tis the season to sparkle and this dazzling, floor-length gold skirt will do the trick. Take note of the chic black bow detail at the waist — it’s the ultimate party look. Feathered fashion The brand works with environmentally-friendly materials such as organic cotton, recycled polyester and faux fur, so you can be sure this feathered look doesn’t come at the cost of an animal’s life. Jewel Tones If you want to glisten like a polished jewel at your next festive function, this emerald-colored skirt is the perfect choice with its sequin details and shimmery overlay. Golden Girl Leopard print
GMT 16:38 2017 Saturday ,22 July
Dubai apartment prices increase in the second quarter
GMT 05:04 2017 Friday ,15 December
Winter cuts dent China's industrial output
GMT 19:00 2017 Saturday ,29 April
IMF members’ commitments under 2016 bilateral borrowing agreements
GMT 22:05 2017 Monday ,11 December
Bahraini-Pakistani relations lauded
GMT 21:42 2017 Tuesday ,05 September
Xiamen Declaration calls for boosting cooperation
GMT 17:41 2017 Thursday ,23 February
OSCE to increase number of monitors in Ukraine
GMT 20:17 2017 Wednesday ,03 May
Dozens of civilians killed in Central African Republic
GMT 23:26 2017 Monday ,13 November
UAE Embassy oversees signing of US$7 million Ducab deal
GMT 21:16 2017 Sunday ,27 August
Investment min., SCA head visit new Singaporean port
GMT 08:50 2017 Wednesday ,29 March
Bahraini, Egyptian energy cooperation discussed
GMT 05:45 2017 Monday ,13 February
Chance the Rapper wins Grammy for Best New Artist
GMT 17:49 2017 Thursday ,12 October
Libya’s Sarraj says government has plans to secure borders
GMT 17:23 2017 Monday ,15 May
Another appeals court to weigh Trump’s revised travel ban
GMT 13:23 2017 Saturday ,07 January
VW near $2 bn US criminal settlement in 'dieselgate'GMT 17:59 2011 Wednesday ,28 December
Waleed bin Talal launches Alarab TV in Bahrain
GMT 15:11 2017 Wednesday ,16 August
Trepadora to launch Babassu Quench Leave
GMT 19:19 2018 Friday ,26 October
Bahrain press headlines For 26 October 2018
GMT 20:51 2018 Wednesday ,24 October
Facebook unveils systems for catching child nudity, grooming of children
GMT 06:48 2018 Friday ,05 October
"Sanwar" Israeli journalist introduced herself as ItalianGMT 04:49 2011 Monday ,11 July
Mongolia mining success brings booming sex trade
GMT 16:16 2018 Sunday ,21 January
ADSW is fostering potentially planet-saving innovations
GMT 08:25 2016 Tuesday ,13 September
Clinton, sidelined by pneumonia, eyes campaign return
GMT 00:27 2017 Monday ,25 December
Emirati students develop smart system to reduce traffic accidents
GMT 23:25 2017 Monday ,18 December
Guarantees of Access to Information
GMT 08:27 2016 Wednesday ,16 November
Renewed Russian strikes in Syria break international law
GMT 15:58 2016 Thursday ,18 August
Russia uses Iran to launch strikes again, rejects US censure
GMT 00:40 2016 Sunday ,25 December
Yacht Fire Kills 5 People in Kuwait
GMT 08:35 2017 Saturday ,13 May
Pentagon chief, Turkish PM meet after decision to arm Kurds
Maintained and developed by Arabs Today Group SAL.
All rights reserved to Arab Today Media Group 2021 ©
Maintained and developed by Arabs Today Group SAL.
All rights reserved to Arab Today Media Group 2021 ©
Send your comments
Your comment as a visitor