Latest news and stories about flood preparedness in Portugal for expats and residents.
In areas along the Tâmega river, people are already fearing the effects of the rain expected overnight. CNN Portugal journalist Sofia Fernandes was with a group of business owners who were removing equipment from outside to avoid damage.
The mayor of Coimbra warns that the flow of the Mondego River will worsen in the coming days, stressing that the floods are under control but require preparation and prevention. In a message to residents during Saturday's press conference, Ana Abrunhosa calls for calm and cooperation, with particular attention to farmers and the most vulnerable areas.
After Storm Ingrid, mainland Portugal began on Monday to feel the effects of Storm Joseph, with rain, snow, wind and rough seas in Minho and the Douro Litoral.
