Seed Balls: Madeira Tests Drones to Reforest Burned Areas
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.
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Madeira Extends Emergency Grain Stock as World Conflicts Intensify
Madeira’s strategic grain reserve, set up in 2022, has been extended to 2027. It stores 4,300 tonnes of wheat in Caniçal to protect the island’s bread supply. The €700,000-a-year initiative strengthens food security amid global uncertainty.
SMS Alerts Citizens About Gradual Power Return
Civil Protection (ANEPC) started sending text messages to citizens late this afternoon, explaining that with everyone remaining calm, power is returning gradually within the next few hours.
Government Parties Want to Discontinue 2024 Fire Inquiry
The acting government parties want to shut down the investigation into the 2024 fires that devastated Madeira.
30-Meter Tsunami: Funchal, Machico And Santa Cruz in Danger
Madeira’s defense forces simulated a 30-meter tsunami, revealing vulnerabilities in Caniçal, Santa Cruz, Machico, and Funchal. Key areas, including Funchal’s Lido area are in danger.
President Albuquerque's Firestorm of Denial
President Albuquerque who resumed his Porto Santo beach vacation as the 2024 fires escalated, sees "limited impact" and claims "correct procedures" have been applied. Who is he kidding?
Air Force Buys 3 More Helicopters To Fight Wildfires
The Portuguese Air Force expands its firefighting capabilities with three new Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawks.
Will We See Accountability for the 2024 Wildfires?
Following the wildfires that devastated Madeira, and the president’s decision to return to his Porto Santo beach vacation while the fires escalated, will anyone be held accountable for the lack of a timely and effective response from authorities?
Is Madeira in Danger of Earthquakes?
Madeira had quite a few earthquakes in recent years, raising the question: Is Madeira in danger of earthquakes?
Firefighters Slam Government Wildfire Response
Firefighters slam government's wildfire response. What more must burn before authorities deploy effective strategies and resources on the ground and in the air?
Wildfire Has Spread To Pico Ruivo, Urgent Calls For Air Support
Wildfires in Madeira have now reached the island’s highest peak, Pico Ruivo, prompting urgent calls for air support.
