REN activates emergency plan and mobilizes teams due to storm

The government has declared a state of alert for mainland Portugal for Wednesday 11 November, closing schools and non-essential public services across all districts. Power grid operators REN and EDP have activated emergency protocols and mobilized operational teams to prepare for the Charles depression, which is expected to bring heavy rain and winds of up to 120-150 km/h.

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Expect significant disruptions on Wednesday 11 November, including school and public service closures, potential bridge closures, and possible flight restrictions; avoid unnecessary travel and follow official safety instructions.

Correio da Manhã· 10h agoRead original ↗

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