The adverse weather conditions forecast for Friday, September 2, with "orange" warning for wind and "yellow" warning for precipitation, have led the Natural park to preemptively to close the access Pico Mountain. The decision follows the weather alert issued by the Portuguese Sea and Atmosphere Institute for the Central group islands.
The closing of the access to highest point of Portugal, which is justified by the protection and safety of visitors, will be in effect between 2 PM Friday and 8 AM Saturday, September 3.
The "Casa da Montanha" (Mountain House) will also be closed between 8 PM Friday and 8 AM Saturday.