Madeira's 41 classified hiking trails will stay closed through Thursday, the Institute of Forests and Nature Conservation (IFCN) announced on Wednesday. The decision follows the effects of storm Charles, which left several trail accesses blocked.
Closure Holds Through Thursday, IFCN Says
The IFCN said the storm left access to the trails conditioned in several places. Instability in the ground also remains in parts of the terrain.
The measure's priority is to safeguard the safety of all residents and visitors, preventing possible risk situations during nature and mountain activities.
Institute of Forests and Nature Conservation (IFCN)
The institute said it will keep monitoring how the situation evolves. It will assess the condition of each trail to decide when it is safe to reopen them.
The IFCN also asked the public for understanding and cooperation. It recommended following the authorities' guidance and respecting signage and existing access restrictions.
Source: dnoticias.pt
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