A fire broke out yesterday afternoon at around 1:15 pm, on a pleasure boat with five on board, moored at the Vilamoura Marina.
The rescue bus that left Braga, Portugal last Thursday for Wroclaw in Poland, arrived back this morning, carrying 16 families of Ukrainian refugees, 44 people in total, 23 of which are children.
With fuel prices rising by 8 cents for petrol and 14 cents for diesel, we can expect long queues, especially at low cost fuel stations. Find out where the cheapest fuel station in your area is, get directions and see opening hours.
The Public Security Police (PSP) has released the location of this month's speed cameras, as part of the ongoing “Who warns you…” campaign. Find out the days, hours and Algarve locations below - drive with caution, avoid fines and traffic accidents!
The impact of the war in Ukraine is reflected in the increase in the price of oil, meaning fuel prices are predicted to incur a drastic rise next week, to 8 cents on gasoline and 7 cents on diesel.
The National Institute of Medical Emergency (INEM) has its emergency medical module (PT EMT) and professionals ready, in case it is triggered through the European Civil Protection Mechanism. Yesterday, as part of the aid provided to Ukraine, Portugal sent medicines and medical supplies, worth around 100,000 euros.
W Hotels, part of the Marriott International group, arrives in Praia da Galé this spring, in a unique and innovative luxury project, which includes a hotel, residences, spa and five distinct beverage & food concepts.
Following the humanitarian crisis that currently affects Ukraine, the Municipality of Olhão is preparing a set of 'rescue' measures to support the Ukrainian people.
- Covid-19: selective and seasonal vaccination is suggested
- Prime Minister meets with Ukrainian Ambassador this afternoon
- White stork infected with bird flu detected in Silves
- Portugal announces their support for Ukrainian refugees
- Ryanair threatens to cancel Portugal routes this summer
- Covid-19: DGS is considering ending the use of masks indoors
- Ukraine: Portugal's military force are prepared for NATO deterrence missions
- Algarve to receive 4 new forest firefighting vehicles