The Government has decided to declare a 'state of calamity' in the areas most affected by Storm Kristin, according to an official statement from the Prime Minister's office sent to newsrooms this Thursday. 'Having convened the Council of Ministers at the Prime Minister's official residence, which is still underway, we inform that it has already been decided to declare a state of calamity in the most affected areas...','detected_language':'pt-PT'
Government declares state of calamity in areas most affected by Storm Kristin
Thursday, 29 January 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
Storm Kristin is a named storm that recently hit parts of Portugal, bringing heavy rain and strong winds that caused roof collapses, flooding and other damage. Local authorities have issued safety warnings and emergency responses; residents should follow civil protection advice, avoid damaged buildings and stay away from flooded areas.
