More than 80 flights at Madeira Airport were cancelled due to adverse weather conditions caused by Storm Regina. The cancellations included 43 arrivals and 42 departures, with some flights being diverted and others preemptively cancelled by airlines. The Regional Civil Protection Service has issued warnings about potential hazards from the storm, including falling branches, flooding, and strong winds, urging the public to take precautions and stay informed about weather updates.
More than 80 flights cancelled at Madeira Airport due to the passage of Storm Regina
Monday, 2 March 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
Aviso amarelo (yellow warning) is the second level in Portugal's weather-alert system issued by the Instituto Português do Mar e da Atmosfera (IPMA) to signal potentially dangerous conditions like heavy snow or rough seas. When districts are under aviso amarelo, expect travel disruption and take precautions—drivers, boaters and coastal residents in the affected areas should be especially alert.
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.
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Other news coverage of this topic
- Madeira Civil Protection warns of precautions due to storm Regina. 80 flights cancelled7:17pm, 2 Mar 2026 • Diário de Notícias
- More than 80 flights cancelled at Madeira Airport6:34pm, 2 Mar 2026 • RTP Notícias
- More than 80 flights cancelled at Madeira Airport due to Storm Regina6:15pm, 2 Mar 2026 • Correio da Manhã
