In Portugal, at least eight people lost their lives after a heater exploded and started a fire at the packed premises of a local residents' association in the town of Tondela. <br/><br/>Local Mayor Jose Gomes Jesus told reporters that a wood-burning stove exploded in the two-story building killing eight and injuring at least 50. Dozens of fire crews and two rescue helicopters were at the scene taking the injured to hospitals.