Fifteen districts on the Portuguese mainland are under an orange alert, a heightened weather warning, due to extreme heat conditions.
Heat Warnings Remain in Effect for Bragança and Vila Real Until This Evening
Residents of Bragança and Vila Real in Portugal should be aware that a red heat warning remains in effect for these districts until 6 pm today (August 19, 2025). This is the most severe level of a three-tier weather alert system in the region, indicating extreme heat and a high risk of wildfires.
After 6 pm today, the red alert will be downgraded to an orange alert, which still signifies a heightened risk of heat-related events. It's worth noting that the orange alert will continue to be in effect until further notice, as the latest available data does not provide information about the alerts beyond this evening.
The orange alert will be in force in the same districts that have been under the red alert: Bragança and Vila Real. As always, it is crucial to stay informed and heed any instructions from local emergency services during weather events.
The specific nature of the weather event causing the alerts was not specified in the available information. However, it's known that red heat warnings were extended until Monday in Bragança and Vila Real during early August due to record-breaking temperatures and the risk of wildfires. Orange-level heat warnings were also in effect in Bragança and its surrounding districts, but the status of Vila Real beyond 6 pm on Thursday, August 12, was not detailed.
For the most accurate and current information, it is recommended to consult the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) or official regional emergency services websites. Stay safe and informed during this heat event!
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Other weather events may occur in the districts of Bragança and Vila Real beyond this evening, as the orange alert remains in effect for these areas after the red alert has been downgraded. Residents are advised to consult the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) or official regional emergency services for updates on the weather-forecasting and potential risks.
