Portugal Faces Severe Flooding as 2.5 Billion Aid Package Announced
Portugal Faces Severe Flooding as 2.5 Billion Aid Package Announced
US · Published Feb 9, 2026
Portugal is facing severe flooding with major rivers reaching critical levels, causing widespread damage and fatalities.
A 2.5 billion relief package has been approved by the Portuguese government to aid reconstruction and support affected communities.
The state of calamity has been extended to expedite emergency spending and response efforts for flood recovery.
Major rivers overflow causing widespread devastation
Portugal is currently battling severe flooding as major rivers like the Douro, Tejo, and Sado have reached dangerously high levels. The Douro has overflowed in several areas, causing significant inundation in riverside towns. The Tejo River has reached its highest level since 1997, and the Sado is experiencing water levels not seen since 1989, compounding the crisis. The floods have tragically resulted in at least 11 fatalities and left around 1 million people without electricity, impacting homes and businesses across the country.
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