Images show flooded roads and traffic disruption due to bad weather in Lisbon

Heavy rain and strong winds from the Bruna depression have caused flooding and traffic disruption across Lisbon on Tuesday 10 November 2026. Weather instability is expected to continue across mainland Portugal in the coming days with the arrival of the Charles depression.

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If you are driving in Lisbon on Tuesday 10 November 2026, expect significant traffic delays and flooded roads, and be prepared for further unstable weather conditions throughout the week.

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