180,000 motorcyclists participated in Portugal's 9th annual Blessing of Helmets event, emphasizing divine protection and remembering accident victims.
Approximately 180,000 motorcyclists participated in the ninth annual Pilgrimage of the Blessing of Helmets at the Our Lady of Fatima shrine in Portugal. The event featured a parade and a Mass where helmets were blessed, emphasizing the riders' desire for divine protection and remembrance of those lost or injured in accidents. In 2023, Portugal reported 8,936 motorcycle accidents, resulting in 124 fatalities and 766 serious injuries.
September 22, 2024
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