The passage of Storm Therese across the Azores has triggered at least 57 incidents across multiple islands as of yesterday, according to the Azores Regional Civil Protection and Fire Service (SRPCBA), underscoring the disruptive impact of the system on the archipelago.

Most of the reported incidents involved fallen trees and structural damage, with authorities confirming material losses but no immediate indication of casualties. São Miguel bore the brunt of the storm, accounting for 31 occurrences, followed by Terceira with 13 and Pico with seven. Faial recorded five incidents, while São Jorge reported a single case linked to the severe weather conditions.

A coordinated response effort brought together a wide range of emergency and public service entities. Fire departments, the Regional Directorate for Public Works, the Regional Directorate for Forest Resources and Land Management, municipal civil protection services, the Public Security Police (PSP), and the Azores Electricity Company (EDA) were all deployed to manage and mitigate the impacts on the ground.

Authorities say they are continuing to monitor the evolving weather situation closely. Civil Protection officials are urging residents to stay informed by following forecasts and advisories issued by the Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) and to adopt necessary self-protection measures as unstable conditions persist.

The SRPCBA indicated that additional updates may be issued if conditions worsen, as the Azores remain under the influence of Storm Therese and its lingering effects. As of press time, no further official statements had been released

In Diário dos Açores-Paulo Vivieiros-director