Civil Protection has so far recorded five deaths and 8,160 incidents caused by the passage of Storm Kristin across mainland Portugal, mostly fallen trees and damage to structures. The regions hardest hit are Lisbon, Oeste and Coimbra.
Five deaths and more than 8,000 incidents caused by Storm Kristin - ANEPC
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.





