Political parties PSD, Chega, and Livre requested hearings with the president of the Almada Municipal Council (CM de Almada) and officials from the Serviços Municipalizados de Água e Saneamento (SMAS) regarding failures in the water supply. The request aims to investigate the causes and responses to the water shortages experienced in Almada. A deputy from the Socialist Party (PS) has requested the intervention of Aguiar Branco, seeking a hearing before the 1st Committee. This suggests a growing concern within the parliament regarding the situation and a desire for further scrutiny. The parties are seeking clarification on the issues and accountability from those responsible for water management in Almada. The differing approaches—hearings with the CM de Almada/SMAS versus intervention by Aguiar Branco—highlight existing political dynamics surrounding the crisis. The situation underscores the importance of reliable water infrastructure and effective crisis management in Almada.