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Madeira Under Yellow Warning for Strong Rain and Thunderstorms

· Madeira Journal News Desk

The Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere has issued a yellow warning for Madeira's South Coast and Mountainous Regions.

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What happened

The warning is due to forecasts of precipitation, sometimes strong, during the early morning and morning of Sunday, 1 November. Showers are expected to reach strong intensity and may be accompanied by thunderstorms, especially in the alerted areas. The Regional Civil Protection Service is alerting the population to worsening weather conditions and urging reinforced preventive measures. The two warnings are valid from midnight until 9 hours on 1 November.

What it means for you

Residents and visitors should exercise special attention during road travel and outdoor activities on 1 November. Related guide: Funchal weather by season: what to expect.

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