Impact Level: Notification

Locations Affected: Lisbon, Portugal

Tracking Id: RINTP2969242299

Description:

As per reports, on Wednesday (02 July) at 1900 hours (local time) a public protest organized by the ‘Airport Out, Lisbon Improves’ platform is scheduled outside the Humberto Delgado Airport metro station in Lisbon.

• The gathering is a response to ongoing issues related to noise and pollution caused by air traffic from Lisbon Airport.
• The protest demands include the immediate ban on night flights, permanent closure of the current airport, expedited construction of a new airport outside Lisbon, and the creation of a green zone in the city.
• The platform highlights that residents in neighborhoods such as Areeiro, Alvalade, Campolide, Campo de Ourique, Camarate, Lumiar, and São João da Talha experience disrupted sleep, interrupted classes and appointments, exposure to aircraft fuel odors, and health concerns like elevated blood pressure linked to noise pollution.

Impact:

• The scheduled protest near the Humberto Delgado Airport metro station is expected to cause localized disruptions to pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
• The area surrounding the airport entrance and metro exit may experience temporary closures or restricted access, especially during peak evening hours.
• Metro services to and from Aeroporto station (Red Line) may be delayed or modified depending on crowd size and security measures.
• In anticipation of large crowds, Lisbon Municipal Police and PSP (Public Security Police) are expected to deploy additional personnel to maintain public order and manage crowd control.
• Road traffic near Terminal one Arrivals and Departures may slow due to pedestrian gatherings. Taxi and rideshare drop-offs could be affected, with potential for temporary redirection.

Recommendations:

It is advised to monitor further updates via PSP Portugal (Police)’s website (https://www.psp.pt).

Sources:
• https://www.noticiasaominuto.com/pais/2814318/cidadaos-protestam-na-quarta-feira-contra-ruido-do-aeroporto-de-lisboa
• https://www.cmjornal.pt/mundo/detalhe/20250701-110946-cidadaos-protestam-na-quarta-feira-contra-ruido-e-poluicao-do-aeroporto-de-lisboa