The post-tropical depression Gabrielle crossed mainland Portugal during the early hours of Sunday morning, causing strong winds, heavy rain, and rough seas. The phenomenon entered the territory through the Aveiro region and moved southeastward, eventually losing intensity in Spain.
According to the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA), gusts of wind were recorded that reached the 101 km/h in the Serra de Monchique and the 97.9 km/h in Pampilhosa da Serra. In Porto S. Gens, in Gondomar, rainfall reached 68 mm in just six hoursThe sea was also very rough, with waves measuring five to six meters and peaks of nine meters along the northern coast.
Civil Protection counted around 140 occurrences across the country, especially falling trees, occasional flooding and damage to small structures.
Damage in the Algarve
In the Algarve, the storm was less severe, but still left its mark. Four incidents were recorded, including falling trees and minor floods. In Faro, the Faro Beach was one of the most affected areas: high tide and strong waves destroyed parts of the wooden walkway and flooded parking areas.
Despite the localized damage, there are no reports of casualties or widespread serious damage in the region.
Gabrielle is now in Spain, with less intensity, and the IPMA reports that the weather situation should normalize in the next few hours, although precautionary recommendations remain due to maritime instability.
