Storm Charles brings heavy rain to the Algarve

Storm Charles is impacting the Algarve with strong winds, rain, and rough seas. Faro district remains under a red wind warning until 21:00 on 11 November, with heavy rain warnings in place until 18:00 and rough sea warnings until 21:00 on 11 November.

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If you are in the Faro district, you face significant risks from extreme wind gusts of up to 140 km/h, heavy rain, and dangerous waves of up to 13 metres; avoid travel today and follow local safety advice.

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Orange and yellow rough sea warnings, Wednesday to Thursday
orange warningIPMA· 7 districts· until 03:00
CP has cancelled the RENFE strike in the North and Porto area from Tuesday 10 November until Thursday 12 November.
CP· Porto area +1· until 12 Nov

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