Lisbon becomes an ocean! Heavy rains flooded the capital of Portugal!.mp4 - 9/12/2022 - KN News

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Heavy rains hit the capital of Portugal, causing severe flooding.
According to meteorologists, this is the largest flood in Lisbon recorded since 2014.
The country's meteorological agency has declared a red alert level in all areas of Lisbon, the highest of the three levels.
Downpours washed away cars and flooded Lisbon's streets, public transport stops and buildings.
In one of the local hospitals, the roof was damaged, and part of the building was flooded.
Humberto Delgado Airport was also affected by heavy rains.
Some metro lines were blocked by water currents.
A number of roads and tunnels around the city were closed.
Authorities urged citizens not to leave their homes.
One woman died after being trapped in water in her basement.
Her husband was saved.
The Mayor of Lisbon pointed to climate change as the cause of these extreme events, which are occurring more frequently.
The mayor announced the need to start construction of drainage tunnels in the capital, and it is planned that work will begin in March.