Western Europe Endures Hottest June Ever Recorded
Western Europe experienced its hottest June ever, with record temperatures rising up to 46°C in Portugal.
Western Europe experienced its hottest June ever, with record temperatures rising up to 46°C in Portugal.
Strong wind at Madeira Airport caused over 30 flight cancellations and 15 diversions today. Passengers are asked to check flight details before going to the airport. More delays may follow.
Madeira is about to experience several hot and dry days, with temperatures nearing 30°C and tropical nights expected. The weather will bring low humidity, stronger winds, and increased wildfire risks, lasting through the weekend. Enjoy the summer!
A political debate is unfolding in Madeira as the party Livre calls on citizens to oppose plans to privatize public hiking trails, warning of threats to nature, access, and heritage.
Watch the latest Lobo Marinho sighting in Madeira which is part of a rising trend of encounters with the endangered species. Follow our Lobo Marinho Tracker for more updates and footage.
Using harsh words, environmentalist Raimundo Quintal said that Laurissilva is a Gaza Strip for endemic species. He urges political leaders to act quickly and set limits to protect the island.
Madeira improves in Portugal’s latest Regional Development Index, climbing in Competitiveness and Cohesion but scoring worse in Environmental Quality - yet it holds steady in 10th place overall.
Unusually heavy rain across Portugal this year may bring an unexpected problem: a higher risk of wildfires as summer begins. Experts warn that conditions created by months of rainfall could now help fires spread more easily.
Madeira’s plan to hand over the management of its hiking trails to private companies has raised concerns about environmental protection, the use of public funds, and possible conflicts of interest.
Activists are raising alarm over severe neglect in Madeira’s protected forests. Damaged trees, unmanaged tourism, and failing infrastructure threaten Fanal and Rabaçal.
A Facebook video goes viral, showing a breathtaking zipline that is soon to open in Ribeira da Janela.