Overview and Key Details
At least two people have lost their lives, and a third has sustained minor injuries in Portugal due to the storm ‘Claudia’ currently affecting the Iberian Peninsula, according to a report from Portugal’s National Authority for Emergency and Civil Protection (ANEPC).
Victims and Incidents
According to ANEPC Director Mário Silvestre, the two fatalities occurred in Seixal, Lisbon region, after their home was flooded. The injured party suffered from a fallen tree in the Berja district.
- Seixal, Lisbon region: Two fatalities due to flooding
- Berja district: One person injured by a fallen tree
Impact and Response
The storm has resulted in flooding, landslides, and falling trees, along with road incidents. Emergency teams have conducted several rescues as reported by news agency Lusa.
The Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) issued a red alert for adverse weather conditions in Santarém, Setúbal, and Faro districts due to heavy rainfall, strong winds, and intense sea conditions.
The rest of mainland Portugal and the Madeira archipelago are under a yellow alert.
Key Questions and Answers
- Q: Who is Mário Silvestre? A: Mário Silvestre is the Director of Portugal’s National Authority for Emergency and Civil Protection (ANEPC).
- Q: What caused the fatalities in Seixal? A: The fatalities were due to flooding in the victims’ homes.
- Q: How was someone injured in the Berja district? A: The person was injured when a tree fell on them.
- Q: What kind of weather conditions are causing concern? A: Heavy rainfall, strong winds, and intense sea conditions are causing concern.
- Q: What alert levels have been issued? A: Santarém, Setúbal, and Faro districts are under a red alert; mainland Portugal and Madeira archipelago are under a yellow alert.
