The worst of Depression Charles is expected to hit the Central and Southern regions, but Porto is not exempt from the measures. The government has declared a state of alert throughout the country for Wednesday, November 11: schools and non-essential public services will close, outdoor activities will be suspended, and people are prohibited from entering parks, forests, and gardens, according to CNN Portugal.
The government is asking people to stay completely away from the coast and for employers to be understanding toward those who stay home with their children.
IPMA alerts for Porto
The Porto district is under an orange alert due to rain, which is expected to fall continuously and, at times, heavily, and under a yellow alert for thunderstorms and rough seas. The orange alert begins at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, according to TVI.
The red warning—the most severe—has been issued for eight districts in Central and Southern Portugal, including Lisbon, due to winds with gusts that could reach 140 km/h in the most exposed areas. Storm Charles’s path remains uncertain, and the IPMA says it may revise the warnings throughout the day.
How should you prepare?
These are the authorities’ main recommendations for Wednesday:
• Avoid the waterfront and the coastal area from Foz to Matosinhos, as well as the banks of the Douro River.
• Do not cross flooded streets or enter stations located in underground parks or beneath trees.
• Clean out gutters and drains, and secure anything the wind could carry away.
• If you have to drive, drive slowly and with extra caution.
• Keep a flashlight and a fully charged power bank handy.
The warnings may change throughout the day, so please check the IPMA website for updates.
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