Miguel Pinheiro, a CNN Portugal commentator, says it 'makes complete sense' for the President of the Republic to visit the areas affected by Storm Kristin.
Political leaders 'did not grasp the scale of what had happened' in the first 24 hours
Saturday, 31 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.
