The subsidence in Costa da Caparica occurred during the early hours of the morning.
Landslide in Almada Affects 3 Houses and Forces Evacuation of 20 People
Tuesday, 17 February 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
A landslide is the rapid downhill movement of rock, soil or debris, often caused by heavy rain, erosion or unstable slopes. In built areas like Costa da Caparica a landslide can threaten buildings and utilities, prompting authorities to evacuate residents as a safety measure; in emergencies call 112 and follow official instructions.
Civil protection (Proteção Civil) is the national system that coordinates prevention, response and recovery for disasters and emergencies in Portugal; the Autoridade Nacional de Emergência e Proteção Civil (ANEPC) oversees planning, warnings and coordination with fire brigades, police and municipal services. In weather events—such as snow or road closures around Serra da Estrela—Proteção Civil issues safety advisories, may close access routes and coordinates rescue and relief efforts, so people in affected areas should follow official guidance and call 112 for emergencies.
Inês de Medeiros is a Portuguese actress-turned-politician from the Socialist Party who has served in national politics and later took up local government responsibilities, including becoming mayor of Almada. She is mentioned in this story because the landslide and evacuations in Costa da Caparica on 17 February are matters the Almada municipal government and mayor’s office would handle.
LNEC is Portugal's National Laboratory for Civil Engineering (Laboratório Nacional de Engenharia Civil), a state research and testing body founded in 1946 that provides studies, standards and technical advice on buildings, infrastructure, soils and coasts. Its reports and opinions are often used by public authorities, engineers and courts, so LNEC involvement matters for construction permits, flood assessments and geotechnical disputes.
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