GNR prepares 1,100-soldier operational reserve due to worsening weather

The GNR has placed 1,100 personnel on standby for Wednesday 11 November due to the arrival of depression Charles. Mainland Portugal is under an official alert for the entirety of Wednesday 11 November, with schools closed and non-essential public services suspended nationwide, while potential bridge closures and air traffic restrictions are possible.

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Due to the state of alert and severe weather forecast for Wednesday 11 November, schools and non-essential public services are closed, and you should avoid unnecessary travel, especially in districts like Lisbon, Leiria, Setúbal, Beja, and Faro.

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