Portugal cancels more than 300 flights, shuts schools due to Storm Charles
Summary
Storm Charles brought heavy rain and strong winds to mainland Portugal, but authorities reported no severe damage. The government closed schools, businesses and public services, and more than 300 flights were cancelled as officials urged people to stay home.Key Facts
- More than 300 flights in and out of Portugal were cancelled.
- Operations halted at four international airports on Wednesday.
- About 8,000 schools cancelled classes nationwide.
- Hundreds of supermarkets and non-essential public services also closed.
- Portugal’s weather agency recorded wind gusts above 120 km/h in some areas.
- Flooding affected some streets in Lisbon, where buses ran without passengers.
- By mid-afternoon, only the Algarve remained under the highest-level weather alert.
- Storm Charles hit Madeira on Tuesday with winds reaching 130 km/h and was forecast to move into Spain.
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