Portugal on alert: IPMA predicts easing of wind conditions but maintains severity of precipitation

The country is under an alert status due to the Charles depression. Schools (public and private) and non-essential public services are closed on Wednesday 11 November 2026. The Environment Agency has flagged 101 municipalities as at risk of urban flooding, with Coimbra activating an emergency plan and Leiria declaring an alert state.

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If you live in Portugal, expect disruptions to travel and services on Wednesday 11 November 2026; avoid unnecessary travel, check local municipal updates if you are in a flood-risk area, and anticipate potential supply shortages in local shops.

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