Weather Alert | Sharp Drop in Temperature

• A sharp drop in temperature is expected in the Azores on March 17 and 18, with the possibility of snowfall above 600 meters, hail, and the formation of ice.
• These conditions may cause slippery and hazardous surfaces, especially in higher-altitude areas.
• Special caution is advised when driving, particularly on roads in elevated zones, as well as increased attention on pathways and hiking trails where ice may form.
• It is recommended that you follow the official channels, namely, Portuguese Institute of the Sea and the Atmosphere (IPMA) – Instituto Português do Mar e da Atmosfera, and SRPCBA – Information to the Population.