Madeira Offers Technical Assistance to Mainland Portugal After Storm Damage
Madeira GuideThe Regional Government of Madeira has expressed readiness to send technical teams to mainland Portugal to aid in restoring electricity after a severe storm affected Leiria and Coimbra.
The Regional Government of Madeira, under the leadership of President Miguel Albuquerque, has announced its willingness to send technical teams to mainland Portugal to assist in addressing the severe outages in the electricity network caused by the recent storm.
The storm, known as Depression Kristin, has had a significant impact, leaving thousands without electricity in areas like Leiria and Coimbra. According to the National Association of Parishes, over 50% of parishes in these districts have been affected.
The offer from Madeira's government underscores a spirit of solidarity and cooperation in the face of emergencies. This initiative is aimed at supporting mainland authorities in their efforts to restore normalcy as swiftly as possible.
The move by the Madeira government has been well-received, reflecting the strong ties and mutual support between the island and the mainland.
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