Environment: Emergency services in Alcácer do Sal, Setúbal, Portugal

Latest news and stories about emergency services in environment in Alcácer do Sal, Setúbal, Portugal for expats and residents.

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Marcelo suggests the creation of a disaster fund

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President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has proposed discussions on establishing a disaster fund in Portugal to address damages from increasing natural disasters, such as recent floods. During a visit to the flooded area of Alcácer do Sal, he highlighted the need for financial relief for businesses affected by such calamities, especially those without insurance. He noted that similar funds exist in the European Union and emphasized the opportunity presented by the Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR) to support this initiative.

Diário de Notícias14 Feb

Marcelo suggests the creation of a disaster fund

"A lifelong struggle that we saw go down the drain": clinic owner in Alcácer do Sal shows damage caused by flooding

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The clinic owner reports that the water reached over two metres in height.

Correio da Manhã14 Feb

"A lifelong struggle that we saw go down the drain": clinic owner in Alcácer do Sal shows damage caused by flooding

Alcácer do Sal evacuated due to rising Sado River

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Home News Alcácer do Sal evacuated due to rising Sado River Alcácer do Sal evacuated due to rising Sado River Civil Protection has ordered the evacuation of part of downtown Alcácer do Sal, in the district of Setúbal, including Avenida dos Aviadores, due to rising levels of the Sado River, which

The Portugal News11 Feb

Alcácer do Sal evacuated due to rising Sado River

"Despite this tragedy that struck Alcácer do Sal, we feel hope and a desire to help rebuild in every person"

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Clarisse Campos, the mayor of Alcácer do Sal, expressed a sense of hope and community resilience in the aftermath of the recent floods that devastated the municipality. In an interview with CNN Portugal, she emphasized the collective desire to rebuild and support one another during this challenging time.

CNN Portugal7 Feb

"Despite this tragedy that struck Alcácer do Sal, we feel hope and a desire to help rebuild in every person"

These drone images are the best way to understand what is happening in Alcácer do Sal

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It is one of the municipalities most affected. Alcácer do Sal has seen the water rise dramatically in just a few days, with much of the Sado River bed now in its streets. These drone images show the extent of the damage.

CNN Portugal5 Feb

These drone images are the best way to understand what is happening in Alcácer do Sal

Flooding in Alcácer do Sal with a wider area and tables and chairs 'floating' in the river

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The Sado River overflowed its banks and flooded Largo Luís de Camões, affecting shops, restaurants, cafes, and beauty salons located there.

Correio da Manhã4 Feb

Flooding in Alcácer do Sal with a wider area and tables and chairs 'floating' in the river

Alcácer do Sal needs timber to restore the quay

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The mayor warns of the risk of further flooding and urges residents to follow preventive and safety measures.

Observador3 Feb

Alcácer do Sal needs timber to restore the quay

The River Sado has again flooded the town centre of Alcácer do Sal

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The town centre of Alcácer do Sal was flooded again. Due to heavy rain, the River Sado's water level rose once more. This morning, power was cut as a precaution and there are concerns for isolated communities.

RTP Notícias3 Feb

The River Sado has again flooded the town centre of Alcácer do Sal

Alcácer do Sal's town centre flooded again — a 'more complex situation' expected this afternoon

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The town centre (Baixa) of Alcácer do Sal has been flooded once more. Authorities warn that conditions are expected to become 'more complex' later this afternoon.

Dinheiro Vivo3 Feb

Alcácer do Sal's town centre flooded again — a 'more complex situation' expected this afternoon

Images of the flooding in Alcácer do Sal

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Avenida dos Aviadores in Alcácer do Sal, in the Setúbal district, was flooded again due to the rise of the Sado River, which remains “at a very high level”. “The river rose this morning as we expected and, as warned by the Portuguese Environment Agency (APA), it is not receding; it remains at a very high level,” Tiago Bugio, the sub-regional commander for Emergency and Civil Protection of the Alentejo Litoral, told the Lusa news agency.

CNN Portugal3 Feb

Images of the flooding in Alcácer do Sal

Effects of the low-pressure system "Leonardo" late on Tuesday afternoon — Alcácer do Sal's Baixa flooded again

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Late on Tuesday afternoon, the low-pressure system named Leonardo caused flooding in the Baixa (low-lying town centre) of Alcácer do Sal, which was inundated once again.

Dinheiro Vivo3 Feb

Effects of the low-pressure system "Leonardo" late on Tuesday afternoon — Alcácer do Sal's Baixa flooded again

Just as it was beginning to recover from Kristin, rain once again put Alcácer do Sal on alert

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After a night of heavy rain and high tides, the river once again overflowed its banks in Alcácer do Sal. The region is now being affected by the low-pressure system Leonardo.

CNN Portugal3 Feb

Just as it was beginning to recover from Kristin, rain once again put Alcácer do Sal on alert

Concern in Alcácer do Sal for the coming early hours

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Localized flooding was cleared and the Carrasqueira quay suffered serious damage. Civil Protection warns of rainfall and a peak tide at 04:00. 5 and 8 February are the most worrying days.

Observador2 Feb

Concern in Alcácer do Sal for the coming early hours

'We have to lift our heads and move forward': couple left with business destroyed in Alcácer do Sal

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Residents and authorities are worried that the Sado River could burst its banks again. The effects of the severe weather continue to be felt across the country.

Correio da Manhã2 Feb

'We have to lift our heads and move forward': couple left with business destroyed in Alcácer do Sal

Clean-up work has already begun in Alcácer do Sal

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The worsening weather caused the flow of the River Sado in Alcácer do Sal to rise rapidly. Despite this, the situation appears to be under control and clean-up work is under way.

RTP Notícias2 Feb

Clean-up work has already begun in Alcácer do Sal

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

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Authorities in Alcácer do Sal report a 'brutal' and rapid rise in the Sado river's flow but say the situation remains under control. Civil Protection is monitoring conditions, has evacuation plans ready should riverside areas flood, and expects the flow to rise slightly more before beginning a slower fall from around 04:00—timing that will depend on further rainfall and dam management decisions. Updates will hinge on precipitation forecasts and operational releases from upstream infrastructure.

CNN Portugal2 Feb

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

Risk of further flooding in Alcácer do Sal as Sado River flow remains high

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In Alcácer do Sal, CNN Portugal reporter Amílcar Matos describes the sharp rise in the Sado River's flow, driven by persistent rainfall and controlled releases from several dams. Authorities say they are concerned about further flooding after a sudden flash flood affected low-lying areas of the town.

CNN Portugal1 Feb

Risk of further flooding in Alcácer do Sal as Sado River flow remains high

Alcácer do Sal prepares for another rise in the Sado

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Civil Protection anticipates flooding in Alcácer do Sal, which is preparing for another rise in the Sado river.

RTP Notícias1 Feb

Alcácer do Sal prepares for another rise in the Sado

Depression Kristin: "Situation still quite complicated" in Alcácer do Sal

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In Alcácer do Sal, the water has not yet receded and, with warnings of worsening weather, residents fear the worst. Unable to begin cleaning work, they are trying to salvage some belongings from inside their homes.

CNN Portugal31 Jan

Depression Kristin: "Situation still quite complicated" in Alcácer do Sal

Tearful resident of Alcácer do Sal consoled by the Environment Minister

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Maria da Graça Carvalho is in Alcácer do Sal listening to residents' accounts of those affected by Storm Kristin.

CNN Portugal31 Jan

Tearful resident of Alcácer do Sal consoled by the Environment Minister

New discharges from the River Sado could "complicate the situation" in Alcácer do Sal

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In Alcácer do Sal several people still lack direct access to their homes and are being evacuated with the help of firefighters. The town is now partially flooded, but new discharges from the River Sado could complicate the situation, reports CNN Portugal reporter Amílcar Matos.

CNN Portugal30 Jan

New discharges from the River Sado could "complicate the situation" in Alcácer do Sal

"I have my bed on top of four chairs": Rising river levels affect families

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Rising river levels show no sign of stopping and have put thousands of people at risk across the country. The low-lying area of Alcácer do Sal was flooded and the municipal authority has requested a state of calamity.

Correio da Manhã30 Jan

"I have my bed on top of four chairs": Rising river levels affect families

There are parts of Alcácer do Sal where nobody can walk because of flooding caused by the rising Sado River

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The low-lying area of the town of Alcácer do Sal has been flooded.

Correio da Manhã29 Jan

There are parts of Alcácer do Sal where nobody can walk because of flooding caused by the rising Sado River

Alcácer do Sal municipal council will ask the Government to declare a state of calamity

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The Sado River caused several floods in the town centre, particularly on Avenida dos Aviadores, the most critical area of Alcácer do Sal, in Setúbal.

Correio da Manhã29 Jan

Alcácer do Sal municipal council will ask the Government to declare a state of calamity

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