Porto’s Metrobus project faces delays; mayor sets December completion deadline. Hydrogen buses to link Casa da Música with Campanhã and city center — and residents demand better cycling and trotinette rules.
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Dust devil lifted wildfire ash in Chaves, creating respiratory hazards. Learn protective measures for post-fire air quality.
Porto’s Metrobus project faces delays; mayor sets December completion deadline. Hydrogen buses to link Casa da Música with Campanhã and city center — and residents demand better cycling and trotinette rules.
