Summary:
Civil Protection teams are responding to damage from Storm Martinho.
Significant infrastructure damage reported across 12 municipalities.
Urgent flood warnings issued for the Tagus River and tributaries.
Decreased requests for assistance indicate a gradual recovery.
Storm Aftermath in Portugal
The sun peeked through yesterday, but Civil Protection teams are still working to address the aftermath of Storm Martinho. Although the situation is improving, the number of requests for assistance has significantly decreased.
Image Caption: Part of the EN 115 in Sobral de Monte Agraço collapsed due to bad weather, and traffic is restricted to one lane. Photo: Vigilantes da Estrada
Key Issues
- Infrastructure Damage: Many national roads are reported to be in poor condition due to heavy rainfall and flooding.
- Flood Warnings: Civil Protection has issued urgent flood warnings, especially for the Tagus River and its tributaries, highlighting the ongoing risk to affected areas.
- Community Response: While the number of emergency requests has decreased, local authorities continue to monitor the situation closely and assist those in need.
Municipal Impact
- A total of 12 municipalities are currently dealing with the effects of the storm, emphasizing the widespread impact of the weather conditions.
Authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant as recovery efforts continue.
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