“From today, the effects of depression Garoe will be felt in mainland Portugal with precipitation, sometimes heavy, accompanied by thunderstorms, and occasionally hail, a situation that should continue until Wednesday”, said the GNR on Facebook.

The GNR advises drivers to “adopt defensive driving, reducing speed and taking special care with the possible formation of sheets of water and the existence of areas of poor visibility”, also appealing to take “special care when driving and staying near wooded areas, being aware of the possibility of falling branches and trees.”

“Do not cross flooded areas, in order to prevent people or vehicles from being dragged into holes in the pavement or open sewer boxes” and “ensure that loose structures, namely scaffolding, placards and other suspended structures, are properly secured”, as well as “unclogging rainwater drainage systems and removing materials that could be washed away or create obstacles to the free flow of water” are other pieces of advice listed.

The GNR also stressed that “special care must be taken when moving around riverside areas that are historically more vulnerable to overtopping, avoiding moving around and staying in these areas if possible”. On the other hand, you must not “practice activities related to the sea, namely sport fishing, water sports and walks by the sea”.

"Pay attention to weather information and instructions from Civil Defense and Security Forces," he concluded.