24 February 2010 - The Philippine Embassy in Lisbon reported today that there are no Filipinos affected in the flash floods and mudslides that swept Madeira Island, Portugal last February 20.

Philippine Ambassador to Lisbon Teresa Barsana reported to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) that per information from Philippine honorary consul Manuel Pinhiero, there is no record of Filipinos residing in the Madeira area, and if any one was visiting or was there at that time, Mr. Pinhiero is also not aware of any Filipino who asked for assistance due to the floods.