Spain Hit by Violent Storm as 100mm of Rain Floods Tourist Hotspots in Just One Hour
Hey everyone, just wanted to talk about this wild weather event that’s currently hitting Spain — especially if you’re planning a trip there or know someone who is. Over the past few days, Spain has been grappling with some seriously extreme weather, and it's causing real disruption, particularly in tourist-heavy areas like Barcelona and parts of Catalonia.
So, here's the deal: a powerful DANA — which stands for “Depresión Aislada en Niveles Altos,” basically a cold upper-level low — rolled into the region and triggered a chain reaction of chaotic weather. What makes this so intense is the collision between that cold air aloft and the warmer, moisture-laden air from the Mediterranean. That mix creates rapid atmospheric instability, and the result? Torrential rain, massive hailstorms, and flash flooding.
Just to give you an idea of how bad it got — in the town of Súria, near Barcelona, around 100mm of rain fell in just one hour. That’s enough to completely submerge streets, flood homes and businesses, and even shut down local hospitals like the one in Villafranca del Penedès. Imagine going about your day and then suddenly facing water rushing in through the doors — it's like a scene from a disaster movie, only real.
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The Spanish weather agency AEMET issued storm warnings for 25 provinces, with several under the more serious orange alert. They even had to activate red alerts at the peak of the storm across Catalonia. Authorities sent mobile phone alerts urging people to stay inside, avoid rivers, and delay travel plans. It was that serious.
On top of all that, emergency services are currently searching for two people who went missing during the floods in Cubelles, a coastal town south of Barcelona. The search teams are using underwater units and helicopters — which just shows how dangerous and widespread the flooding became.
And even though things have started to ease and red alerts have been lifted in many areas, it’s not quite over yet. Flash flooding can leave long-term damage, and even after the rain stops, the risks linger. Roads are slick, infrastructure is strained, and recovery will take time.
If you’re in Spain or heading there soon, keep a close eye on weather updates and follow local guidance. And if you’ve got friends or family in the affected regions, now’s a good time to check in on them. Storms like these can come fast and hard, and staying informed really makes all the difference.
Stay safe out there, everyone.
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