The Web Summit, a major technology conference held in Lisbon, has cancelled its Day 2 events due to the severe weather conditions brought on by Storm Charles. The storm has caused high winds and tidal flooding across Portugal, prompting the government to advise the organisers against proceeding with the scheduled activities on Wednesday, November 12.

In an email sent to attendees on Tuesday evening, the Web Summit team confirmed the cancellation, stating that they still plan to hold Day 3 as scheduled. The government’s warning about the risk of tidal flooding played a crucial role in the decision to halt the day's programme, reflecting the seriousness of the weather situation affecting transport and safety in the region.S2

As the storm continues to impact the area, the Web Summit's organisers are closely monitoring the situation to ensure the safety of participants. The conference, which draws thousands of attendees from around the world, aims to resume its activities on Thursday, maintaining its commitment to delivering a robust programme despite the disruptions caused by Storm Charles.S1