Bad weather. Madeira showed to be better prepared

The PSD of Madeira stated that the region is better prepared for extreme weather conditions, having learned from past events and invested in infrastructure and training. Joana Silva highlighted the effective response during Storm Charles, which brought heavy rainfall similar to the 2010 flood that caused significant damage and loss of life. She praised the Civil Protection Service and local authorities for their proactive measures and the community's compliance with safety instructions. While acknowledging improvements, concerns about remaining vulnerabilities and the need for better urban planning were raised by other political figures. Overall, the response to the storm was seen as a testament to the region's enhanced preparedness.