A 12-month redevelopment of Rua Infante de Sagres in Parchal begins on Monday, October 12, 2026. The project includes replacing water, sewage, and drainage infrastructure, moving utility cables underground, and renewing road surfaces and pavements.
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The main road providing access to various villages within the municipality of Pampilhosa da Serra is currently closed to traffic.
The passage of depression Charles caused 74 incidents in the Médio Tejo region, mostly minor flooding and road blockages, with no injuries or significant damage reported. The Beira Baixa rail line remains suspended between Tramagal and Santa Margarida, and a municipal road in Torres Novas is closed due to flooding.
Storm Charles has led to the cancellation of over 200 flights and service suspensions, impacting passengers traveling through Lisbon. Affected travelers report difficulties in contacting airlines for rebooking, forcing some to incur extra hotel expenses and lose pre-paid accommodations.