Latest news and stories about power cuts in Portugal for expats and residents.
Weather conditions began to deteriorate at Praia de Vieira de Leiria, in the municipality of Marinha Grande, one of the first areas hit by the depression, with heavy rain and strong winds. On site, CNN Portugal reporter Gonçalo Nuno Cabral says damage persists, there are power cuts and houses without roofs, raising authorities' concern overnight.
Storm Kristin and power cuts are causing disruptions to the water supply in parts of the country, including the Ribatejo.
At 18:00, strong winds are expected and may cause damage and lead to power cuts.
In an interview with PÚBLICO, the president of APREN argues that the negative environmental impacts of large renewable energy projects are 'mitigable' and criticises 'disinformation'.
E-redes announced scheduled electricity cuts for maintenance work on the electrical network.
