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IPMA issues yellow alert for Friday morning.

· Madeira Journal News Desk

The Portuguese Institute for the Sea and the Atmosphere has issued a yellow alert for Madeira.

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What happened

The alert is specifically for this Friday, between 00:00 and 09:00. During this period, showers are expected, which may be heavy and accompanied by thunderstorms. The alerts are forecast to continue as the week progresses, with the weather worsening at the weekend.

What it means for you

Expect showers, sometimes heavy and accompanied by thunderstorms, between 00:00 and 09:00 this Friday. Related guide: Funchal weather by season: what to expect.

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