Do you need to go to the supermarket? Here's what changes with the arrival of depression Charles

Supermarkets are expected to remain open, but chains have prioritized safety by adjusting delivery routes to avoid high-risk weather zones, restricting outdoor warehouse operations, and reinforcing maintenance and cleaning. Portugal mainland is under a state of alert on Wednesday 11 November, with schools and non-essential public services closed across all districts; similar school closures apply in Madeira on the morning of 11 November.

Why it matters

Due to the state of alert and severe weather predicted for Wednesday 11 November, including potential bridge closures and air traffic restrictions, you should expect disruptions to services and travel; plan your errands accordingly and prioritize safety.

SIC Notícias· 10h agoRead original ↗

Useful?

This update is from Bica

Your quick shot of what's changing in Portugal and affecting your status, your home, your money, and whatever might disrupt your day. Short and clear updates, gathered from Portuguese sources.

It's free, with no signup and no app to download.

Read today’s briefing

Related updates

Public Services

Did you hear about depression Bruna? IPMA clarifies that there is no "named depression"

The Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) clarified that there is currently no official "named" depression. A system currently forming in the Atlantic may eventually be named 'Bruna' as it evolves, but the institute has not yet done so. The weather is expected to change, bringing rain, starting in Madeira today, Thursday 5 November, and extending to mainland Portugal on Monday 9 November.

Correio da Manhã· 5d agoRead original ↗

Useful?

Public Services

Gare do Oriente to get more tracks and Lisbon gains a new Metro connection: here is what changes in 6 questions and answers

Infraestruturas de Portugal has launched a public consultation until 25 November regarding rail infrastructure upgrades to accommodate high-speed trains. The project includes expanding Gare do Oriente, building a new station in Chelas/Olaias, and modernizing tracks between Lisbon and Loures, with construction expected to take up to three and a half years.

Expresso· 3w agoRead original ↗

Useful?

Public Services

How the Algarve is preparing for the arrival of the storm

The Algarve region is preparing for the arrival of the storm named Charles. Municipal authorities, including the mayor of Faro, are coordinating preventive measures to mitigate potential impacts.

CNN Portugal· 2h agoRead original ↗

Useful?

Practical alerts

See all →

Media-reported alerts

Depression Charles postpones football matches and forces indoor venues to close to the public · Observador · 4h ago
Government requests telework and Luís Neves declares that parents have every right to stay home with minors, what is provided by law · Observador · 5h ago
Pingo Doce to close stores this Wednesday · Diário de Notícias · 6h ago
Following government recommendation, Paddy Cosgrave suspends Web Summit on Wednesday · Correio da Manhã · 7h ago

Live official alerts

Red and orange rain warnings, Tuesday to Wednesday
red warningIPMA· 22 districts· until Wed 21:00
Red, orange and yellow wind warnings, Tuesday to Wednesday
red warningIPMA· 17 districts· until Wed 21:00

See all live official alerts

About Bica

Your quick shot of what's changing in Portugal and affecting your status, your home, your money, and whatever might disrupt your day. Short and clear updates, gathered from Portuguese sources.

It's free, with no signup and no app to download.

More about Bica →

Feedback and corrections are welcome: hello@bica.now