Search for lifeguard missing in Madeira resumes this morning

Search efforts resumed on Tuesday 10 November for a 37-year-old lifeguard who went missing at sea in the Lido area of Funchal on Sunday 8 November. The Madeira region is under a red warning for heavy rain from 21:00 on 10 November, followed by a red warning for strong wind between 00:00 and 06:00 on Wednesday 11 November.

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If you are in Madeira, be aware that red warnings for severe weather are in effect from 21:00 on 10 November; follow local safety instructions and avoid travel in mountainous or coastal areas during this time.

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