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On August 18, GNR's environmental unit inspected illegal camping in Sesimbra and issued 18 citations for improper motorhome parking.
On August 18, the environmental protection unit of the National Republican Guard (GNR) in Setúbal district carried out an operation in the municipality of Sesimbra to curb illegal camping and caravanning. The inspection resulted in 18 citations for motorhomes parked in unauthorized locations.
The operation took place during a period of high tourist flow. GNR noted that such checks aim to ensure compliance with rules and protect natural and public areas.
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On August 18, the GNR's Environmental Protection Unit in Setúbal conducted an inspection of illegal camping and caravanning in the municipality of Ses...
On August 18, the GNR's Environmental Protection Unit in Setúbal conducted an inspection of illegal camping and caravanning in the municipality of Sesimbra. The operation resulted in 18 administrative offense reports for improper parking.
On August 18, the National Republican Guard (GNR) conducted an operation in the municipality of Sesimbra, issuing 18 citations for motorhomes parked i...
On August 18, the National Republican Guard (GNR) conducted an operation in the municipality of Sesimbra, issuing 18 citations for motorhomes parked in unauthorized locations. The operation was carried out by the Environmental Protection Unit of the Setúbal Territorial Detachment. The aim was to combat illegal camping and caravanning during the peak tourist season. The GNR stated that such inspections seek to ensure compliance with rules and protect natural and public spaces.
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