The extraordinary water releases from Portuguese dams, following Storm Kristin and the heavy rainfall in recent weeks, could have unexpected positive effects on agriculture and the marine ecosystem, including a boost in sardine numbers in the coming months. Read more here: https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2026-02-05/plenty-of-fish-expected-at-popular-saints-festivities/954606
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