Between January and the end of October 2026, there were 411 road fatalities, an increase of 41 compared to the same period in 2025. Serious injuries also rose by 121, totaling 2,523, while total accidents increased by 5.1%. Data indicates that while radar enforcement has increased, direct police monitoring on roads decreased by 7.3%.
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Rail service on the Minho line is suspended between Nine and Viana do Castelo due to a problem with the overhead catenary system. Infraestruturas de Portugal is working on repairs, but there is no estimated time for the service to resume.
The Dakar Rally will begin in the Algarve in 2027, with Loulé serving as the host location for the start of the event. The municipality describes the event as an opportunity for regional promotion and tourism.
The National Road Safety Authority (ANSR), PSP, and GNR are launching the "Taxa Zero ao Volante" awareness and enforcement campaign from Tuesday 3 November until Sunday 9 November. The operation focuses on detecting driving under the influence of alcohol, with joint enforcement actions scheduled across the national territory, including the Azores and Madeira.