The Portuguese Institute of Atmosphere and Sea (IPMA), issued at 17:07 a Signal Warning 6 (Bad Weather) for the Madeira Archipelago, according to the Captaincy of the Port of Funchal.
The warning points to Wind force 7 (51 to 62 km per hour) from any direction.
Taking into account this forecast, the Captaincy recommends that owners and shipowners of vessels take the necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
Please take care when walking in mountainous regions.
Samantha Gannon
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