The National Maritime Authority (AMN) and the Navy are warning of worsening weather conditions and rough seas on the Portuguese mainland starting at noon this Monday and on Madeira on Tuesday.
In their statement, both organizations ask the general population not to walk or engage in activities near the sea, and to avoid accessing or staying near cliffs and rocky areas.
They also ask the fishing community and recreational boaters at sea to return to the nearest port of refuge and take precautions, such as increased mooring and monitoring of vessels, and monitor the development of the meteorological situation, avoiding entry into the sea. put to sea until conditions improve.
ANM states that significant deterioration in weather conditions and rough seas are expected on the west coast of mainland Portugal from 12:00 Monday to 12:00 Saturday.
“The disturbance of the sea will be characterized by waves coming from the northwest, with significant heights that can reach eight meters and a maximum height of 14 meters (…). Winds could be recorded at an average intensity of up to 65 kilometers per hour (kph) and gusts of up to 120 kph, coming from the northwestern quadrant,” he said.
The same deterioration is forecast for the Madeira archipelago, but from 12:00 Tuesday to 12:00 Wednesday.
At the same time, ANM states that the sea state will also be characterized by waves coming from the northwest, with a significant height that can reach six meters and a maximum height of 11 meters (…).” The wind may register strong winds. average intensity up to 40 km/h and gusts up to 70 km/h coming from the northwest quadrant.”
Author: Lusa
Source: CM Jornal
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