Nazaré firefighters protest against association leadership

Approximately 40 firefighters in Nazaré held a protest by placing their helmets on the station wall to demand the resignation of the humanitarian association's president, José Sales.

In a letter published on social media, the firefighters stated they have lost confidence in the current leadership, noting that over 88% of the personnel expressed a lack of trust. The group cited several grievances, including internal pressures, conflicts that pitted staff against one another, and interference in operational matters. They also alleged that personal interests were being prioritized over the institution's functionality.

The protesters highlighted operational difficulties, such as a recent incident where they had to borrow an ambulance from another corporation following an accident and a vehicle breakdown to ensure continued service to the population. The firefighters expressed their support for the corporation's commander and the existing command structure.