AZORES: Avoid non-essential travel- Hurricane Gordon
OFFICIAL WARNING: Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against non-essential travel to the eastern Azores.
The U.S. National Hurricane Centre in Miami is issuing advisories for Hurricane Gordon. As changes to the forecast and local conditions are continuous, Canadians should visit the U.S. National Hurricane Center for the latest updates.
Canadians residing in or travelling to the affected areas should monitor local news and weather reports, follow the advice of local authorities, and contact their travel agent or tour operator to determine whether the situation will disrupt travel arrangements. Canadians seeking emergency consular assistance in the area should contact the Canadian Embassy in Lisbon, the Consulate of Canada in São Miguel, Azores, or the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa.
Portugal – Azores – PONTA DELGADA, Consulate of Canada
Address: Rua Carvalho Araujo, 94, 9500-040 Ponta Delgada, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal
Tel.: 351 296-281488
Fax: 351 296-287769
E-Mail: honconpdl@az.netcabo.pt
In some areas, streets may be poorly lit and deserted at night.
In marine areas, corals, jellyfish and other ocean life found along reefs can poison, sting, or cause infection if touched or stepped on. Ask local authorities about the presence of such species and whether they are dangerous.
The climate is moderate but severe windstorms and heavy rains occasionally occur.