On Wednesday 11 November, Meo activated its emergency operations center in response to Storm Charles. While the storm caused minor disruptions to mobile sites in Madeira due to road closures, the company reported that its core networks remained operational and batteries/generators had been pre-filled for the event.
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The intensity of depression Charles is decreasing across the country, with red weather warnings for rain lifted in Lisbon, Setúbal, and Santarém, though they remain in effect for Faro until 18:00 for rain and 21:00 for wind. Flight cancellations continue at Lisbon Airport, and many local health units (ULS) are closed today for non-essential appointments to prioritize urgent care. Local flooding led to the evacuation of families in Palmela.
The municipality of Sines experienced only minor, isolated incidents during Storm Charles. Local authorities report that the period of high alert remains ongoing, though the initial impact was less severe than anticipated.
Business owners in downtown Cascais are placing sandbags at their storefronts in anticipation of heavy rain caused by the Charles depression. Concerns are focused on a specific plaza prone to flooding during intense rainfall.