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DGS recommends precautions due to North African dust

TV RECORD EUROPA14 September 2026 at 16:37

The Directorate-General for Health (DGS) issued a statement recommending precautions to the Portuguese population due to the presence of dust from North Africa. Air quality is expected to be affected during today and tomorrow. DGS advises the population to take precautions in this situation. The information was reported by TV RECORD on their website.

Why this matters

Readers should be aware that deteriorating air quality can affect their health, especially if they suffer from respiratory conditions. The recommendation to avoid prolonged exposure and keep medication up to date is relevant for everyone, but particularly for at-risk groups in the region.

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