Video shows chaos at the Airport this morning

The chaos at Madeira International Airport, following several cancelled flights, continues, as shown in a video captured this morning at that facility near the Ryanair counter.   Passengers are desperate for information. The police have reportedly been called to the scene to ensure order. It should be noted that strong winds are affecting flight operations, […]

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A fire outbreak has appeared “out of nowhere” at Pico do Areeiro

The somewhat frightening account came moments ago from a reader who “out of nowhere” encountered a fire outbreak at Pico do Areeiro. According to Patrícia Barros’ testimony, everything was seemingly normal when, in the blink of an eye, flames started to appear without any apparent reason. Our interlocutor mentions that as she was leaving the […]

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Uncontrolled flames in Curral das Freiras

The forest fire in Curral das Freiras, which had been considered under control late yesterday afternoon but reignited today, is currently “out of control,” said the head of civil protection in statements to RTP-Madeira. As can be seen from the images captured on site by photojournalist Hélder Santos, the fire is descending the slope, but […]

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Wind is once again causing disruptions to operations at Madeira Airport

The strong wind that continues to batter the area of Madeira International Airport – Cristiano Ronaldo is once again causing constraints on the operation of the airport infrastructure, namely to landings. Strong winds, with gusts reaching up to 74 km/h, are once again disrupting operations at Madeira International Airport – Cristiano Ronaldo, particularly affecting landings. […]

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Fires: Hotspots in Encumeada and Paul da Serra remain active; Curral das Freiras with rekindling

According to the Regional Civil Protection Service, the fire that started on Wednesday, August 14th, in the municipality of Ribeira Brava is still active. The situation report at 12:30 pm indicates that there are two active fires, one in Encumeada and another in Paul da Serra. At 12:00 pm there was a rekindling in Curral […]

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