The Minister of Agriculture and Sea confirmed that 5,897 small-scale farmers have received support of up to 10,000 euros each following weather damage earlier this year. In total, 710 million euros in sector-wide support is currently being executed, including funds for irrigation, fertilizers, and fisheries.
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The Jamor river in the Oeiras municipality is identified as a critical flood zone due to the anticipated arrival of heavy, sustained rain from the Charles storm system. The river is known for rapid flooding, potentially inundating the surrounding area within three hours of heavy precipitation.
E-REDES has activated its Operational Crisis Action Plan due to forecasts of deteriorating weather conditions. As of now, 2,000 customers are already without electricity.
The Minister of Internal Administration, Luís Neves, stated that the law provides mechanisms to address work absences caused by extreme weather, while appealing for employer flexibility and solidarity. He reiterated the recommendation that companies adopt telework whenever possible during this period of 'deep exception'.