On Thursday, the Government declared a state of calamity for 60 municipalities in the areas most affected by Storm Kristin, while leaving the door open for other municipalities to be included. The duration of this exceptional state runs from midnight on Wednesday, 28 January, until next Sunday, 1 February, but ...
Before Storm Kristin, when was the state of calamity declared?
Friday, 30 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.
