Government: "We do not take measures just because it is a winter day"

Rui Rocha, Secretary of State for Civil Protection, defends the government's preventive measures against a recent storm, emphasizing the importance of building trust with the public. He addressed criticisms regarding perceived over-caution, explaining that the decision to impose restrictions was based on early warnings of severe weather conditions. Despite the storm being less intense than anticipated, Rocha insists that proactive measures were necessary to ensure safety. He acknowledges the impact of these restrictions but urges understanding from the public. The government aims to foster a trusting relationship with citizens as extreme weather events become more frequent.