A wild seagull in Funchal tested positive for H5 avian influenza. President Albuquerque said authorities have activated surveillance and safety measures to prevent the virus from spreading to domestic birds and humans.
Madeira’s Laurissilva forest faces a growing threat as invasive plants spread rapidly, endangering native species and the UNESCO World Heritage classification.
PSD-Madeira faces criticism over luxury building plans at Praia Formosa. The party is accused of prioritizing business interests over local residents and reducing public access to one of Funchal’s last free seaside areas.
A 3.9-magnitude earthquake struck near Deserta Grande, Madeira, last night, and was felt by residents in eastern Madeira. Two minor aftershocks, each measuring 1.4 in magnitude, occurred early Thursday but went unnoticed by locals.
Madeira’s mountains saw heavy rain on Sunday, with Pico do Areeiro recording 11.1 millimeters in one hour, enough to trigger a yellow alert
Swimming was temporarily banned at Ribeira Brava beach after harmless “caneja” sharks were spotted near the shore. Authorities raised the red flag as a precautionary safety measure.
Quercus Madeira, the regional branch of Portugal’s top environmental NGO, warns grazing and tourism threaten Fanal forest’s ancient trees, urging immediate action.
Fanal, part of Madeira’s UNESCO forest, faces erosion, damaged trees, and ecological imbalance from heavy tourism. Should the site be temporarily closed to recover?
Funchal Marina gets a plastic recycling machine that can turn plastic collected from the sea into everyday items.
Praia dos Anjos, once a little-known stretch of pebble stones, is gaining attention from tourists. Its calm atmosphere and natural beauty make it an appealing choice for those avoiding busier Madeira beaches.
Madeira is testing drones to drop seed balls in steep, fire-damaged terrain after the 2024 wildfire, aiming to restore inaccessible areas and supporting long-term ecological recovery.
