Flood risk news in Portugal

Coimbra on alert for rising Mondego. Country with several railway links and roads affected

Part of the pavement of the A1 motorway collapsed near the Mondego River

Civil Protection calls for "increased caution" and warns of flood risk near major rivers

‘Brutal’ rise in the Sado's flow in Alcácer do Sal. Slower fall from 04:00

Post-depression Kristin — response to the damage and minute-by-minute weather updates

Water releases at the Aguieira dam. Coimbra to begin preparing for a possible evacuation scenario

There are 63 flood risk zones in Portugal. Construction continues in some of them

Analysis warns of choices that are increasing exposure to floods

Should we suspend a Municipal Master Plan to build more on floodplains?

A city cannot build its future by recklessly exposing itself to flood risk.

The Mondego does not lie. We were the ones who did not want to listen

The February 2026 flood was no surprise to those who know the river. It was the predictable consequence of decades of illusions, poor maintenance, and construction where it should never have taken place. It is time to say what science has known for a long time.

Coimbra City Council and University hold debate on floods

The initiative aims to “analyse the flood episodes recently recorded in the Mondego river basin” and promote technical reflection on “flood risk management in Portugal”.

Coimbra prepares for a “100-year flood”

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Navy on standby to support population in flood-risk areas

The Navy has 47 boats “ready and positioned” to provide immediate support to the population in riverside areas at risk of flooding, announced this branch of the Armed Forces today.

The dam at Casais on the Mondego has given way. A1 closed in both directions in Coimbra

Civil Protection has urged caution to populations in flood risk areas, with the Mondego region being the main concern for authorities. We are providing live updates on the weather situation in Portugal.

Civil Protection warns of heavy rainfall with risk of flooding and landslides

According to the commander of Civil Protection, there is a “significant risk of flooding in the Mondego, Tejo, Sorraia, Vouga, Águeda, and Sado rivers” and “the risk of flooding also exists in the Minho, Coura, Lima, Cávado, Ave, Douro, Tâmega, Sousa, Liz, Nabão, and Guadiana rivers.”

The dam at Casais in Montemor-o-Velho has collapsed. A1 closed in both directions in Coimbra

Civil Protection has urged caution to populations in flood risk areas, with the Mondego region being the most concerning for authorities. We are providing live updates on the weather situation in Portugal.

From Mondego to Sado. Civil Protection urges caution for populations in flood risk areas

Civil Protection is urging caution for populations in flood risk areas, with the Mondego region being the most concerning for authorities. Here, we provide minute-by-minute updates on the weather conditions in Portugal.

Flood risk increases in several municipalities in the West region

Civil Protection urges the public to stay away from riverbanks due to the high risk of flooding.

Coimbra City Council to evacuate around three thousand people due to flood risk

Flooding of the Mondego River will also necessitate the closure of several schools in the municipality.

Civil Protection warns of heavy rainfall and flood risk across the country

Civil Protection has issued a warning about the risk of flooding throughout the country, affecting both riverside areas and urban zones, in a report made this Tuesday regarding the severe weather that continues to impact the territory. “The main concern is the heavy rainfall,” stated the National Commander of Civil Protection, Mário Silvestre.

Persistent rain and strong winds. Civil Protection warns of flood risk near the country's main rivers

The National Emergency and Civil Protection Authority warns of a flood risk near the country's main rivers due to persistent rain expected until Wednesday.

Intense, persistent rain and strong winds until Wednesday. Civil Protection warns of flood risk

Viseu, Porto, Vila Real, Viana do Castelo, Aveiro, and Braga will be under an orange warning on Tuesday due to 'persistent and sometimes heavy' rain until 6 PM, as reported by the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere. Civil Protection warns of the risk of flooding, as river levels are at maximum capacity.

High flow of the Douro River may flood the riverside areas and Miragaia

Authorities warn the public about the risk of flooding.

Civil Protection warns of high risk in the Tagus and calls for preventive evacuation of homes

The National Emergency and Civil Protection Authority warns of river flows in the Tagus that could reach levels not seen since 1997, due to discharges from Spanish dams. With thousands of incidents and dozens of affected areas, Commander Mário Silvestre urges people to avoid flooded areas and evacuate at-risk homes.

Firefighters issue door-to-door warnings due to imminent flood risk

Commander Luís Martins explains that the fire brigades are focused on prevention, with direct alerts to populations in flood-prone areas to remove belongings and vehicles. With saturated soils and forecasts of heavy rain, the commentator from CNN Portugal admits that this Wednesday and Thursday “will be complicated.”

If you live in areas that are usually flooded, be "very alert" tonight

Commander Paulo Santos explains that all resources are mobilised, but warns of a high risk of flooding due to soil saturation and dam discharges. The commander also calls for the preventive removal of goods and vehicles, especially in flood-prone areas and low urban areas.

Civil Protection at maximum readiness level until Friday due to high flood risk

The National Emergency and Civil Protection Authority warns of persistent rain, strong winds, and rising water levels until at least Sunday, with several rivers on alert. The National Emergency Plan, 77 municipal plans, and over 11,000 operatives are mobilised.

January is likely to have been the wettest month on record

The APA noted that, despite an unprecedented crisis, they have been able to 'manage the situation'.

Low-pressure system forecast for the 8th changes course but will still bring heavy rain to Portugal

The coming days are not expected to bring an extreme scenario, but the low-pressure system forecast for Sunday still warrants attention: although it no longer appears set to track directly over mainland Portugal, it should pass to the north of the Iberian Peninsula and influence the weather.

Coruche activates Municipal Emergency Plan

The Coruche municipal council has activated the Municipal Emergency and Civil Protection Plan following Storm Kristin, which brought heavy rainfall and a sharp rise in levels of the Sorraia River, increasing the risk of flooding and inundation.