Bad weather spared Porto, but drove customers away from São Martinho

António Fernandes, a chestnut vendor, experienced a significant drop in sales during São Martinho due to storm warnings that led to fewer customers. Despite the government's alerts about storm Charles, the day turned out to be relatively calm in Porto, with minimal incidents reported by the Civil Protection. The authorities had prepared for severe weather, setting up a command center that ultimately was not needed. The Civil Protection reported only minor issues like small urban floods, and the overall situation was much less severe than anticipated. Officials emphasized the importance of preparedness and maintaining public awareness of potential risks, while also celebrating the calmness of the day.