Latest news and stories about severe weather in Lisboa, Portugal for expats and residents.
A fire in Oeiras has mobilised 43 personnel as the region remains under high alert, while other major fires in Vouzela are now contained but monitored for potential reignition.
Recent severe storms in Portugal have caused extensive damage, prompting many families to seek insurance coverage, though policy limitations often leave them without the expected financial protection.
Brisa has reported that the landslide on the A5 motorway was caused by an abnormal volume of water due to recent storms, leading to soil instability and debris on the road. A technical analysis to determine a solution is expected to be completed next week. The president of Brisa announced that the company will not seek compensation from the Portuguese state for the landslide on the A1 near Coimbra, despite estimated losses exceeding three million euros. The storms have caused significant damage across the country, including fatalities and destruction of infrastructure.
Approximately 1,800 customers of E-Redes in areas affected by storm Kristin remained without electricity as of 5:00 PM on February 22. The EDP group company stated it is focused on restoring electricity supply. Earlier, 4,500 customers were reported without power. The storms have caused significant damage, resulting in 18 fatalities and affecting 90,000 students due to school closures. The Central, Lisbon and Tagus Valley, and Alentejo regions were the most impacted, with estimated damages in Seixal around 15 million euros.
The Mission Structure for the Recovery of Affected Areas reports 34,000 applications — including over 25,000 pre‑registrations — for the €10,000 reconstruction support aimed at homes in the Centre and Lisbon and Tagus Valley, with roughly 9,000 formal submissions handled through the two CCDRs. Authorities also note 66,000 insurance activations (around 8,000 for companies), while the Intermunicipal Council of CIM Leiria met to assess the local calamity response. Transport disruptions persist: the A16 has reopened after a short closure caused by a fallen advertising sign, but Infraestruturas de Portugal reports restricted railway circulation on parts of the national network due to recent bad weather. The IPMA forecasts easing rain and improving conditions through the weekend, which may reduce further transport and recovery impediments. The situation highlights strong demand for reconstruction aid, large insurance mobilisation and ongoing infrastructure vulnerability to extreme weather.
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 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.
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.
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.
Six months after the series of storms that hit the country between late January and mid-February, at least 25 people remain displaced across six municipalities in the Leiria and Lisbon districts. Data collected by the Lusa agency from local authorities shows the most serious situation is in Arruda dos Vinhos, where 15 people are still in temporary municipal or family housing. Residents in the hardest-hit areas are awaiting the results of a National Laboratory for Civil Engineering (LNEC) assessment to determine solutions for damaged homes. In Alcobaça, three families remain displaced, with some unable to access state aid because damages exceeded the 10,000-euro limit. Other displaced individuals remain in Óbidos, Cadaval, Mafra, and Alenquer. The storms Kristin, Leonardo, and Marta caused at least 19 deaths and over 5.3 billion euros in damages. Half a year later, five national roads remain closed, and many insurance claims and public aid requests are still pending.
The ship will be on a mission to “strengthen the collective effort of cooperative security promoted by the international community.” It is expected to visit 15 countries, most of which are on the West African coast.
The information was confirmed to RTP by the Algés Volunteer Firefighters. Isaltino Morais criticised the State. Additionally, thousands of Moroccans entered Spain on foot yesterday.
Authorities received the alert at 13:00.
Half a year after the storm train, there are families whose lives are still yet to be rebuilt. In Arruda dos Vinhos, some still cannot even return home.
A fire in Mafra has caused disruptions to departures and arrivals at Lisbon Airport.
Aerial firefighting units are currently deployed to combat active wildfires in the municipalities of Alijó and Mafra.
The fires in Alijó and Mafra are the ones mobilising the most aircraft. The flames in Alijó are progressing on two fronts, with strong wind gusts hindering firefighting efforts.
A fire has started in the Serra da Luz area located in the municipality of Odivelas.
An international study concluded that warmer nights are increasingly reducing sleep time in urban areas. The Portuguese capital is no exception.
While the highest temperatures in the country were recorded in the Alentejo, it was in Minho that the heatwave was most unusual, compared to historical records. Minimum temperatures also stood out during this sixth heatwave, which continues in the interior but is already easing on the coast.
Lisbon City Council has reopened its forest parks this Tuesday, July 7, following the end of the alert status declared by the Government due to a significant increase in rural fire risk. The previous closures were exceptional measures. The municipality confirmed that all restrictions on access, circulation, and stay in these areas have been lifted, including the reopening of the Monsanto Forest Park to traffic. While Lisbon has reopened its spaces, the Government has extended the alert status until Thursday at 11:59 PM in ten other districts—Vila Real, Bragança, Guarda, Viseu, Castelo Branco, Santarém, Portalegre, Évora, Beja, and Faro—due to persistent adverse weather conditions, including high temperatures, low humidity, and strong winds.
Temperatures will drop over the coming days, but the fire risk remains high. Ricardo Pastor, commander of the Cabo Ruivo Fire Department, explains why the danger persists and appeals for compliance with warnings and restrictions.
Skip to main content Skip to navigation ! A street vendor sits under an umbrella beside a display of handbags and accessories arranged on steps A street vendor in Rua Garrett, Lisbon, shelters from the sun after temperatures in parts of Portugal hit 40C at the weekend.
Montenegro thanked the various professionals involved in fire prevention and firefighting operations.
The President of the Republic expresses his solidarity with the populations directly affected by the fires.
Sintra City Council, in a statement, informed that it has strengthened its response capacity to deal with episodes of extreme heat.
Lisbon City Council states that the Casal Vistoso and Manuel Castelo Branco pavilions can open at any time, if determined by the Directorate-General of Health. A ban on movement has been ordered for several green areas of the city due to the risk of fire.
