Heavy rain is also affecting the Desertas Islands, which are often overlooked. Independent MP Miguel Castro expressed concern that the nature wardens stayed on the islands during the passage of Storm Bruna, despite adverse weather forecasts.
In a social media post, the parliamentarian said he had been following the storm's development and had hoped the professionals would be evacuated before conditions worsened. After receiving images suggesting the guards were still on the islands, he voiced regret, stressing that safeguarding human lives is the most important thing.
He also sent a message of support to the workers.