Is Madeira in Danger of Earthquakes?
Madeira had quite a few earthquakes in recent years, raising the question: Is Madeira in danger of earthquakes?
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Pico do Arieiro Falls to –0.3°C in First Freeze of the Year
Temperatures have dropped sharply, and Pico do Arieiro recorded its first night below zero this year.
Hit The Road Madeira: Fanal is Dying
Hit The Road Madeira documents Fanal’s worsening condition and shares expert suggestions on how to restore the Laurisilva Forest and its unique ecological heritage
Quercus Calls Golf Courses on Agricultural Land “Criminal”
Quercus warned that, despite record tourism profits, Madeira’s new golf projects waste public funds and rely on subsidies. The group further declared that promoting golf courses and associated real estate on agricultural land is a “criminal” practice.
Madeira’s Large White: First European Butterfly Declared Extinct
As the first European butterfly to disappear, the Madeiran Large White, once common across Madeira and even Funchal, has been declared officially extinct by the IUCN.
Fanal Announces Daily Cap of 3000 Visitors
Major changes are coming to Fanal Forest. A capacity-management system and a limit of 3,000 daily visitors will apply. In addition, a Laurissilva Interpretation Center, new leisure areas, signages, and further infrastructure have been confirmed.
All Currently Closed Levadas And Hiking Paths
Stay safe and keep in mind the latest status of levadas and hiking trails.
Why Madeira Is a Tornado-Proof Island
Tornadoes? You won’t see them in Madeira! Here is why the island - despite its tropical climate - is protected from these powerful storms.
Warning Issued for Strong Winds & High Waves Tomorrow
Authorities in Madeira have issued warnings for strong winds and high waves tomorrow, urging residents and visitors to stay safe and avoid walking near the sea.
Missing Polish Tourist Found Dead in Madeira Mountains
After almost a week of intense searching by family and friends, 31-year-old Polish tourist Igor Holewiński was found dead today in a remote mountain area of Santana.
Centuries-Old Trees in Fanal Now Shielded by Fences
The IFCN has finally moved to protect Fanal’s UNESCO World Heritage site by fencing off centuries-old trees to control visitor impact, implementing visitor pathways, and announcing that paid parking may be introduced.
