Articles
By Anke Weber
Portugal Feels the Heat as Europe’s Heatwave Finally Arrives
Portugal, long considered relatively sheltered from the extreme heatwaves that regularly scorch other parts of Europe, has this time found itself caught up in the same…
Red Warnings as Portugal Heatwave Brings Tropical Nights Through Early July
Portugal is in the grip of a prolonged heatwave, with IPMA issuing red weather warnings for hot conditions in several districts as forecasters expect extreme temperatures…
Wildfire in Viseu district burns over 7,000 hectares, still active
A wildfire that broke out in the early hours of 2 July near Vouzela, in the Viseu district, has burned more than 7,000 hectares of forest…
Portugal’s Wildfire Season: Simple Steps That Can Prevent Disaster
As extreme heat grips Portugal this summer, fire authorities and civil protection officials are renewing calls for residents to take basic precautions that can prevent rural…