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Mobility is indeed one of the most pressing issues in life in Lisbon. I could give many examples, but I will stick to one that everyone knows: the stairs of Chiado.
Circulation on the red line of the Lisbon Metro has been restored after disruptions.
The fire broke out near the Oriente station due to a buildup of debris in the fan.
The red line of the Lisbon Metro is currently out of service as of 4 PM.
The establishment of the future airport further west would also allow for the concentration of infrastructure on public land currently designated for military and aviation uses, say the signatories.
The funicular has been out of service since the accident involving the Glória elevator in September last year.
The Lisbon City Council is currently undertaking work to stabilize the slope in the Graça area after a landslide caused by bad weather, which continues to necessitate the relocation of residents, revealed the councillor for Works. Joana Baptista stated that they are already on site conducting topographic surveys and geological tests, and moving forward with a design/construction procedure for slope stabilization and water drainage. The councillor spoke during a meeting of the Lisbon Municipal Assembly, addressing questions from PEV and BE deputies regarding the landslide and the preventive evacuation of buildings. On February 10, a landslide was recorded in the Graça parish, leading to the evacuation of seven people from three buildings on Rua Damasceno Monteiro as a precautionary measure. According to Joana Baptista, the slope in question is between Rua Damasceno Monteiro and Travessa Terras do Monte, which has a significant area and has previously been addressed by the Lisbon City Council in 2010 and 2017 for consolidation and stabilization. Due to recent adverse weather conditions, another landslide occurred in an area that had not yet been intervened. All residents have been duly informed, and those who were relocated will have to remain so, as the houses still do not meet safety conditions. The outdoor areas of Rua Damasceno Monteiro will also remain closed for now. A major project is underway for the coming months. In this context, BE presented a recommendation for the council to take immediate measures for slope stabilization and containment, which was approved with votes against from IL and CDS-PP. Regarding the impacts of bad weather in the city, Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas stated that damage assessments are still being conducted but expects to present this information on Thursday, estimating damages in the millions of euros and emphasizing that the central government must respond. Moedas noted that recent storms caused over 2,000 incidents in the city, highlighting the need to intervene in over 200 streets to fill potholes and emphasizing the General Plan of Lisbon to minimize flood risks. The PS inquired about urban hygiene reforms, as the council plans to extend inter-administrative contracts until December 31, 2026, despite Moedas' management considering the delegation of powers to parish councils as the source of problems. The PSD mayor responded that a transition period is necessary, stating that from 2025, waste collection around eco-islands will be ensured by the City Council. The municipal group of IL questioned the Lisbon Without Wires programme, aimed at removing dead cables from facades and poles, with Urbanism councillor Vasco Moreira Rato revealing that 330 buildings have been intervened and about 37 kilometres of cables removed, with work continuing in the Baixa area and other neighbourhoods throughout the year.
The campaign features participation from company employees, who ensure “the mobility of thousands of people” every day, emphasises Carris.
CP plans to expand one of the suburban connections from central Lisbon to Malveira, eliminating the need for transfers at Meleças and improving service on the Oeste Line. However, the damage from storms is delaying the training of drivers. Additionally, IP has identified six municipalities with sections where there have been landslides and instability on the tracks.
Since the first breakdown reported at Campolide Station early in the morning, some trains have been either cancelled or running with significant delays.
The arrival of Depression Marta is expected to bring heavy rain to Lisbon and Setúbal, with the most concerning period being between morning and early afternoon. Areas already facing complications may experience the worst impacts as this is the third depression to hit the region in a short span of time.
The Lisbon Metro has announced preventive measures in response to forecasted bad weather, which may lead to delays in the opening of the Blue and Green lines on Saturday. These measures include the installation of protective barriers at critical access points and the temporary closure of access to six stations.
“At the moment, it is not possible to predict the duration of the interruption, which may be extended,” reads the post.
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.”
The bacterium was detected at the end of December in a women’s changing room. The National Directorate says operational capacity will be maintained.
Benfica members approved the “Benfica District” project at an extraordinary General Assembly, with 59.24% voting in favour. The development — a campaign pledge of re-elected president Rui Costa — aims to transform the area around the Estádio da Luz, increase stadium capacity and will have material implications for the club's revenue streams, the local property market and urban infrastructure planning.
