Charles depression continues to strengthen in Algarve and Alentejo

The Charles depression is causing severe weather with heavy rain and wind gusts up to 100 km/h, peaking between 15:00 and 18:00 today, 11 November. A red warning remains in effect for the Faro district until 21:00, while Lisbon, Beja, and Setúbal are under an orange warning; schools and non-essential public services are closed across affected districts.

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If you are in Alentejo or Algarve, be prepared for hazardous conditions, wind gusts of 100 km/h, and potential closures of bridges or air traffic; stay indoors and follow ANEPC guidance as the situation remains volatile today, 11 November.

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