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DGS recommends precautions due to dust from North Africa

The health authority (DGS) warns of poor air quality across the southern mainland, specifically Lisbon, Vale do Tejo, Alentejo, and the Algarve, due to Saharan dust. The alert is in effect for Monday, 2026-09-14, and Tuesday, 2026-09-15. Residents are advised to avoid outdoor physical activity and keep windows closed, especially for vulnerable groups like children, the elderly, and those with respiratory or cardiovascular issues.

Why it mattersIf you live in the southern mainland or Lisbon, avoid strenuous outdoor activities today and tomorrow as air quality is compromised by high levels of particulate matter.

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