Location: The coast of mainland Portugal and northern coasts of Madeira and Porto Santo islands
Event: The Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) issued a red weather alert for high sustained winds and rough seas until 21:00 p.m. today, February 1st. IPMA issued an orange weather alert for rough seas from 21:00 p.m. tonight until 09:00 a.m. tomorrow morning.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid the area
- Seek secure shelter
- Monitor local media for updates
- Make contingency plans to leave
- Have evacuation plans that do not rely on U.S. government assistance.
- Notify friends and family of your safety
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy in Portugal
+ (351) 21-770-2122
+ (351) 21-727-3300 (after hours) - American Citizen Services: conslisbon@state.gov
- State Department – – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 - Portugal Country Information
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