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.
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Monte Train: Madeira’s Forgotten Railway
The Caminho de Ferro do Monte revolutionized travel in Madeira, but a tragic 1919 incident marked its downfall, shaking public confidence and triggering a gradual decline that ended in its closure by 1943.
Albuquerque Leaves Storm Safety Decisions to Employers
Madeira's regional president, Miguel Albuquerque, says private companies, not the government, should decide whether to send staff home during the storm.
Câmara de Lobos Readies Shelters Ahead of Storm Charles
Câmara de Lobos is preparing community centers and a school pavilion as emergency shelters, as IPMA issues red and orange weather warnings for storm Charles.
Madeira Tests Emergency Alert SMS Ahead of Storm
Madeira's Civil Protection service tests a preventive SMS alert system this afternoon, sent in Portuguese and English, as a red weather warning approaches.
IPMA Rules Out Comparison Between Storm and 2010 Disaster
IPMA's regional delegate says Tuesday night's storm, linked to depression Charles, cannot be compared to Madeira's deadly flood disaster of February 2010.
Madeira Shuts Schools Wednesday Morning After Red Alert
Madeira's government has ordered schools closed until 13:00 on Wednesday after IPMA issued a red warning for heavy rain and wind overnight.
IPMA Puts Madeira's South Coast and Peaks on Red Alert
IPMA has raised rain and wind warnings to red, the highest level, for Madeira's south coast and mountains from Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.
Funchal Admits Faulty Roadworks in Flood-Prone Zones
Funchal's deputy mayor admits past roadworks worsened flooding in three recurring trouble spots and promises structural fixes before new storms hit this week.
Madeira Trail Fees Rise to €7.50 From April 2027
Madeira will raise hiking trail fees for non-residents to €7.50 from April 2027, with busier routes up to €18, and extend new fees to protected diving sites.
Marina do Funchal's New Commercial Area Nears Opening
Marina do Funchal is getting 33 new commercial spaces, including four restaurants and three bars, awarded by public tender and due to open by late November.