An explosion on Tuesday injured five people, one seriously. A technical assessment found a void beneath the slab but no significant structural damage. Residents are allowed to retrieve their belongings.
Town Hall: After explosion, building's structure is 'intact'
Wednesday, 28 January 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
Local accommodation (alojamento local) means short-term tourist rentals—private apartments, houses or rooms rented for days or weeks—that must be registered and licensed with municipal authorities. Municipalities can suspend or cancel licences (Lisbon cancelled about 6,700 licences in early 2026), so travellers and hosts should check a listing's registration and local rules before booking or offering stays.
