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Strong rain: São Miguel and Santa Maria under yellow warning

The Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) has issued a yellow warning for heavy rainfall for the islands of São Miguel and Santa Maria. The warning is in effect from 20:00 on Friday 6 November until 05:00 on Saturday 7 November.

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If you are on the islands of São Miguel or Santa Maria, expect heavy rain and potential risks to outdoor activities from the evening of Friday 6 November through early Saturday 7 November.

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