Chega advocates for extension of state of calamity and toll exemptions

The Chega party supports extending the state of calamity until the end of the month and expanding it to other municipalities in the West region, as well as continuing toll exemptions in areas affected by bad weather. In a statement, Chega's National Directorate and Parliamentary Group challenge the government to prolong the state of calamity and toll exemptions, citing ongoing meteorological instability and significant damages that require public resources for effective response. Sixteen people have died in Portugal due to recent storms, with many more injured and displaced, and the most affected regions include Central Portugal, Lisbon, and Alentejo. The current state of calamity, initially declared on January 29 and extended twice, is set to end this Sunday, along with the toll exemptions, despite calls from various municipalities for their continuation.