The Portuguese Civil Protection warned this Sunday of a worsening of the weather in the next 48 hours, with episodes of rain, the possibility of snowfall and strong winds. In the northern and central regions, rain or showers are expected, which continue on Monday with sometimes heavy showers on the continent and even thunderstorms. According to the weather forecast, snow could be expected above 1400/1600 meters in late Sunday afternoon. The strong wind will also be there. What are the weather forecasts for the next few days in Portugal ? Which regions are affected by the weather warning issued by the Portuguese Civil Protection ? Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal, tells you everything about the weather for the next 48 hours.
Rain, snow and strong winds in Portugal : severe weather warning for the next 48 hours
100 km / h gusts expected in the center and north
The wind will blow strongly, with gusts up to 80 kilometers per hour in the northern and central highlands from this Sunday. Winds increasing in intensity Monday, with gusts up to 100 km per hour.
The swell will also be strong on the west coast north of Cape Raso, with waves reaching a maximum height of 8 to 10 meters between mid-afternoon today and late Monday morning.
In this context of heavy and persistent precipitation between Sunday and Monday, the Civil Protection warns that special attention must be paid to areas historically identified as vulnerable to flooding and in particular to "unregulated watersheds" and fast flow. Flood risks are also expected.
Civil Protection warns the population
In a warning to the population, the Portuguese Civil Protection draws attention to the effects of this situation, with slippery floors and the possibility of rapid floods in urban areas, the flash floods, which have caused several victims in France recently . In Povoa do Azim too, the streets were also flooded.
In the press release, the Civil Protection authorities also warn against the possibility of falling tree branches due to stronger wind and potential accidents on the coast. Also parking of vehicles in these areas should be avoided.
According to the Portuguese National Emergency and Civil Protection Authority, "the possible impact of these effects can be minimized, in particular by adopting appropriate behavior". Drivers are advised to use defensive driving, reduce speed and place snow chains on vehicles when driving in areas affected by snowfall, such as in the Serra da Estrela range.
Snow and wind also arriving
Flooded areas to avoid
The authorities also ask not to cross the flooded areas "in order to prevent the entrainment of people or vehicles in potholes or manholes". Even if the water is not deep, you may not see the manholes open and into which it is unfortunately easy to fall, with dramatic consequences. Finally, the Portuguese Civil Protection also advises to make sure that structures such as scaffolding, signs and other suspended structures are properly fixed. Also, activities related to the sea, such as sport fishing and water sports should not be practiced at the seaside during this bad weather episode.
