A torrent of water surged through Madrigueras in Albacete after 142 litres of rain fell per square metre in just a few hours. Homes and streets were inundated. A 102-year-old woman died as emergency teams carried out dozens of rescues.
Aemet has put the Canary Islands on alert for fast-moving storms and rain, as another wave of Saharan dust moves in. High temperatures will linger, but forecasts point to sudden showers and gusty winds on several islands.
Two people have died and one remains missing after relentless storms battered Catalonia. Emergency services are working to rescue trapped residents as rivers surge and transport grinds to a halt. Authorities warn that the danger is not over.
A massive storm dumped nearly 600 litres per square metre over the Mediterranean, narrowly missing Valencia and Castellón. Emergency crews braced for disaster as rainfall broke alert records and exposed the region’s vulnerability to extreme weather.
A sudden downpour caused 150 incidents across Bizkaia, including 137 in Bilbao. More than 70 millimetres of rain fell in some areas as tunnels closed and Euskalmet kept an orange alert in force until midnight.
Torrential rain left parts of Barcelona and nearby towns underwater. Trains stopped, and residents were told to stay inside as emergency crews responded to flooding at hospitals and homes, along with transport hubs across Catalunya.
Barcelona is under a rare red alert as relentless rain floods streets and disrupts daily life. Authorities have suspended outdoor activities and restricted movement across Catalonia, while emergency services stay on high alert for further storms.
Meteocat has placed 17 Catalan counties under its highest rain alert, with up to 40 litres per square metre forecast in 30 minutes. The warning is expected to extend to 20 counties on Sunday as flood risks grow and officials discourage unnecessary travel.
Jorge Rey expects severe storms in the Levante during the October 12 holiday weekend. AEMET also points to an unusually warm final quarter of 2026.
Authorities in Catalunya warn of a possible Mediterranean hurricane, with more than 200 l/m² of rain and dangerous winds expected. Emergency alerts and restrictions could affect millions across the region.
The city activated its municipal emergency plan after heavy rain began. Residents were told to avoid flood-prone areas and secure objects that water could carry away.
A sudden surge of floodwater has submerged the streets of Madrigueras, trapping people in buildings and sweeping cars away. Emergency services are responding to more than a hundred calls as the town faces severe disruption.
Renfe has suspended commuter rail services in Valencia and connections to Catalonia after AEMET issued a red alert for extreme rainfall. Parts of eastern Spain face up to 90 litres per square metre per hour and the risk of flash floods.
Valencia and southern Catalonia are under a rare red alert after more than 90 liters per square meter fell in one hour. The storms are disrupting daily life along Spain’s Mediterranean coast.
Tarragona and Castellón remain under red alert as Spain endures a second day of severe storms. Meteorologists warn that rainfall could exceed 300 liters in under 12 hours, with the Mediterranean coast hit hardest and alerts stretching across ten regions.
Tarragona could receive more than 250 litres per square metre. Heavy rain will spread across Spain on Friday, with emergency services urging extreme caution from early morning.
Aemet has issued red alerts for Tarragona, Castellón and Valencia. Rainfall may reach 250mm in 12 hours, with up to 90mm possible in one hour in some areas. Renfe has already suspended several services.
Storms threaten eastern Spain, with up to 60 litres of rain per square metre forecast in just one hour. Emergency warnings are active across Aragón, Baleares, Castilla-La Mancha, Cataluña and the Comunidad Valenciana, where officials are urging people to watch for flash floods and strong winds.
Spain faces a surge of dangerous weather, with nine regions placed on alert for heavy rain and storms. AEMET warns of intense downpours and hail, with strong winds and orange warnings across basic eastern provinces.
Floodwater has closed roads and disrupted air and rail services across Barcelona province. Flights and trains were suspended as several rivers reached risk levels.
Rainfall has pushed the highest warning level toward Catalonia, with Barcelona recording around 100 litres per square metre in one hour. Renfe suspended several services as flooding risks grew across the region.
Rain and cooler temperatures are replacing Madrid’s recent heatwave. The State Meteorological Agency forecasts unsettled weather, with scattered showers and a impressive drop in maximum temperatures across the region.
Civil Protection has issued an ES-Alert for thirteen Catalan comarcas, warning of locally intense rain and violent weather expected Tuesday morning. Residents are urged to avoid flood-prone areas and adjust travel plans as authorities monitor for further risks.
Authorities have issued a critical weather warning for Catalonia, with torrential rain and possible local flooding expected. Thirteen regions are under an ES-Alert, and rainfall could reach up to 180 litres per square metre in some areas. Residents are urged to take immediate precautions.
Civil Protection has issued an ES-Alert to thirteen Catalan regions, including five in Tarragona, warning of locally intense rainfall expected in 8 to 14 hours. Residents are urged to exercise caution; no travel or school restrictions have been announced.
Severe storms are expected in Catalonia and eleven other regions. Meteorologists warn of heavy rain and hail, with temperatures set to drop sharply. Millions face emergency alerts across Spain.
Spain’s weather has shifted overnight, with twelve regions activating rain and storm alerts. Catalonia faces the highest risk, with forecasts of more than 100 litres per square metre in just a few hours. Authorities warn of possible flooding and severe disruption.
A colder air mass will change Spain's weather on Sunday, 27 September 2026. Northern regions could see strong storms and hail, with up to 15 mm of rain in one hour, while the Guadalquivir Valley may remain above 35 degrees.
Granada is bracing for a sudden spell of intense rain as the State Meteorological Agency activates a yellow alert. The warning covers the capital and much of the province, with storms likely to disrupt daily routines for 48 hours.
A violent storm has left one person dead and caused widespread flooding across Catalonia and Valencia. With roads cut and thousands of students out of class, authorities are warning the Balearic Islands to prepare for severe weather and possible evacuations.
Heavy rain and storms are forecast to hit the Balearic Islands, where orange alerts are in place. Officials warn of possible flooding and disruptions and advise residents to take precautions.
A man was found in Olivella after his car was swept away by floodwaters. Emergency services searched for hours following a red alert for torrential rain. The incident highlights the severe impact of sudden storms in Catalonia.
Granada faces a yellow alert for storms and rain this Thursday, with forecasts calling for a sharp drop in temperatures and unsettled skies. Residents should expect a quick shift from calm mornings to afternoon showers and possible thunderstorms.
Relentless overnight rain flooded streets in eastern Spain and left one person dead in Barcelona. Classes were suspended and the metro ground to a halt. Valencia and Catalonia bore the brunt, while the storm threatened parts of Andalusia.
Albacete is under an orange alert for intense rain and storms, with meteorologists warning of a sharp drop in temperatures and unsettled weather. The risk extends to nearby towns, and residents are advised to prepare for possible disruptions.
