Latest news and stories about flooding in Lisboa, Portugal for expats and residents.
Storm Regina is being felt in some regions of mainland Portugal.
Satellite images reveal the severe flooding in the Tagus River basin in Portugal, caused by intense rainfall from three winter storms, as reported by the European Space Agency.
Around 1,200 individuals have been displaced in mainland Portugal due to severe flooding, particularly in the Central region. The evacuations were carried out as a preventive measure, affecting areas such as Beira Baixa, Coimbra, Leiria, and the Lisbon area.
The village in the municipality of Cartaxo was heavily affected by flooding. Several residents have already been removed from their homes due to the rising waters of the River Tejo.
Flooding occurred despite the predicted scenarios for the Tagus River not materialising.
At the Cais de Tancos, fire chief Jorge Gama describes a sudden rise in the flow of the Tagus River within a few hours, already causing flooding in the Lezíria Ribatejana. In statements to CNN Portugal reporter António Pereira Gonçalves, he adds that authorities have activated preventive measures and warns that the first houses may be flooded in the coming hours.
Albino Félix lives in Ponte de Rol, Torres Vedras, and had part of his house flooded. He does not know if his animals are alive. This resident says it is the first time he has seen a situation of this magnitude.
Train services on the North Line between Castanheira do Ribatejo and Alverca have been suspended since 6am due to flooding on the railway. The local council is also restricting access to the Tagus River at Terreiro do Paço as a safety measure.
Commander Paulo Santos urges the population to stay at home due to flooding already affecting Oeiras after the Laje stream overflowed and flooded the streets of the municipal park. In urban areas, he explains, the watersheds are “completely sealed, and the water ends up flowing very quickly.”
Storm Leonardo causes over 800 incidents by 11 PM. Heavy rain and strong winds affect the Centre and Lisbon. Thousands of operatives are responding to falls, flooding, and landslides.
The municipality was affected by the low-pressure system Kristin.
The water level of the River Tagus rose by more than four metres in the early hours. The flooding did not damage local premises but rendered one car unusable.
Rail services on the Linha do Norte on the section between Castanheira do Ribatejo and Alverca, in the municipality of Vila Franca de Xira, Lisbon, which had been suspended due to track flooding, were resumed at 09:30, according to CP.
CP says several services are still cancelled across the country due to bad weather.
Rail traffic between points in the municipality of Vila Franca de Xira, Lisbon, was suspended at around 06:00 due to flooding on the track. The state of calamity has been extended until 8 February.
Rail services on the Linha do Norte between Castanheira do Ribatejo and Alverca (Vila Franca de Xira, Lisbon) were suspended at about 06:00 due to flooding of the track, CP – Comboios de Portugal confirmed. The suspension affects local commuter links on this section and comes as the declared state of calamity for the area has been extended until 8 February; authorities and the operator are monitoring conditions and assessing restoration timelines.
In Algés, CNN Portugal reporter Bruno Borges says the wind picks up in intensity around 2:00 a.m. this Monday and there are already areas of standing water.
The most affected parishes were Alcântara, Marvila and Olivais, with five incidents each, and Alvalade, Arroios, Santa Clara and Santa António, with four each.
The Civil Protection councillor at Torres Vedras Town Hall, Diogo Guia, says there are flooded homes and roads closed to traffic, mainly due to the overflowing of the Sizandro River.
The Regional Emergency and Civil Protection Command of Lisbon and the Tagus Valley has reported that several roads are flooded and has activated the Special Emergency Plan for Flooding in the Tagus Basin at yellow level.
The commander of the Cadaval Volunteer Fire Brigade says the driver is believed to have 'tried to cross a stream of water' during the early hours.
Flooding in the area is a recurring problem, once again causing losses and outrage among those who work there.
Flooding in the area is a recurring problem, which is once again causing damage and outrage among those who work there.
IPMA forecasts rain, snow, wind and rough seas in the coming days due to the passage of the low-pressure system Ingrid across mainland Portugal.
