30-Meter Tsunami: Funchal, Machico And Santa Cruz in Danger
Madeira’s defense forces simulated a 30-meter tsunami, revealing vulnerabilities in Caniçal, Santa Cruz, Machico, and Funchal. Key areas, including Funchal’s Lido area are in danger.
Natural disaster
Check out the last
11 Posts
President Albuquerque's Firestorm of Denial
President Albuquerque who resumed his Porto Santo beach vacation as the 2024 fires escalated, sees "limited impact" and claims "correct procedures" have been applied. Who is he kidding?
Air Force Buys 3 More Helicopters To Fight Wildfires
The Portuguese Air Force expands its firefighting capabilities with three new Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawks.
Will We See Accountability for the 2024 Wildfires?
Following the wildfires that devastated Madeira, and the president’s decision to return to his Porto Santo beach vacation while the fires escalated, will anyone be held accountable for the lack of a timely and effective response from authorities?
Firefighters Slam Government Wildfire Response
Firefighters slam government's wildfire response. What more must burn before authorities deploy effective strategies and resources on the ground and in the air?
Wildfire Has Spread To Pico Ruivo, Urgent Calls For Air Support
Wildfires in Madeira have now reached the island’s highest peak, Pico Ruivo, prompting urgent calls for air support.
Unprecedented Destruction? Madeira Wildfire Torches 7,000 Hectares Of Land
As the fifth day of uncontrolled wildfires unfolds in Madeira, the full scale of the disaster is becoming increasingly evident.
Nerves Of Steel! President Albuquerque Reportedly Back On Vacation In Porto Santo
In Miguel Albuquerque's absence, Pedro Ramos stated that even while the president is on break, he remains actively involved about the ongoing fire situation on the island of Madeira.
Madeira Mobilizes Wildfire Response As New Fires Ignite
Wildfires progress in Encumeada and Paul da Serra, while a reignition of a fire has been reported in Curral das Freiras.
Raging Wildfires Escalate Across Madeira
The wildfire threat is intensifying and putting additional regions at risk. Authorities are seeking additional assistance from the Azores to help combat the expanding fires.
See The Video Of Madeira Tsunami Emergency Response Drill
Madeira's "Procivex 24" drill on May 22nd improved civil protection coordination, simulating a tsunami hitting Madeira. Watch the video!
