Environment: Natural disasters news in Portugal

Diário de Notícias argues that extreme weather and disasters are becoming structural risks in Portugal rather than rare events, and that continuing to react to each crisis will raise economic and social costs over time. The piece warns that a reactive approach increases pressure on public finances and leaves communities more fragile, urging investment in resilience and preparedness. Property owners, insurers and local planners should expect ongoing debate about how to fund and prioritise resilience measures.

Update: Opinion lists storms, wildfires and droughts as threats

The column lists storms, wildfires, prolonged droughts and sudden floods as examples of the new, recurring risks and stresses the long-term fiscal and social costs of treating these events as exceptions rather than the norm.