Floods and Kristin Devastated Montemor-o-Velho: Damage Reaches 14.5 MillionPhoto by Sonyuser on Pexels
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Floods and Kristin Devastated Montemor-o-Velho: Damage Reaches 14.5 Million

Notícias de Coimbra8 September 2026 at 12:43

The municipality of Montemor-o-Velho estimates approximately 14.5 million euros in damages caused by Storm Kristin and the floods that affected the region. The local authority conducted an assessment of the damage caused by the bad weather that hit the Coimbra district.

Storm Kristin caused significant flooding in various areas of the municipality, resulting in considerable material losses. Local authorities are working on a complete assessment of the damage and the necessary recovery interventions.

The amount of 14.5 million euros represents an initial estimate of the damages recorded following the storm. The municipality continues to account for the impacts of the storm on infrastructure, homes, and economic activities in the region.

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