Rise in water levels leads to activation of emergency plan for the Tagus basin

The emergency plan for the Tagus basin was activated on November 12 due to rising river levels, with some areas already submerged. The alert level was set to blue, indicating a preventive measure rather than an immediate flood threat. Authorities noted that while the situation is being monitored, there is no cause for alarm. Recent measurements showed the Tagus river at Almourol reaching 1400 m³/s, surpassing the 1200 m³/s threshold for activation. Previous floods in February had reached 9057 m³/s, causing significant damage. Current conditions raise concerns about urban flooding and landslides, prompting warnings for responsible behavior from the public as rain continues in the coming days.