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The Kristin storm caused the death of at least five people in Portugal, leaving over 850,000 people without electricity and causing massive destruction.

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Portugal is facing extreme weather, being hit by the storm Kristin, which has led to the death of at least five people and left over 850,000 people without electricity. The wind reached speeds of nearly 180 km/h, causing significant damage, including the destruction of roofs, the uprooting of trees, and electric poles. Civil protection authorities reported over 3,000 weather-related incidents, and schools were closed.

In the city of Figueira da Foz, a amusement park ride overturned, and transportation was severely affected, with railways and highways blocked. The mayor of Leiria has called for a state of emergency, emphasizing the need for significant reconstruction efforts.

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Furtuna Kristin a făcut prăpăd în Portugalia: 5 morți și 850.000 de oameni fără electricitate. Case distruse și copaci doborâți de vânt
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Furtunile violente au măturat Europa, în sud. În Portugalia, vântul a dărâmat o roată panoramică
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