According to Malaga flood news, the Spanish meteorological agency, AEMET issued alerts for extreme rainfall across southern and eastern Spain placing provinces like Malaga and Tarragona on red alert.
Evacuations are underway in riverside areas near Malaga, where heavy rainfall threatens the Guadalhorce river with overflow. Approximately 4,000 people were ordered to leave their homes on Wednesday evening.
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Spain’s national weather service, AEMET has placed Malaga and Catalonia on the red alert level. This warning shows that these areas could experience danger due to rain and storms.
In addition to Malaga, high alerts are also issued for the provinces of Tarragona, Granada and Castellon.
According to Malaga flood news, Up to 180 mm of rain is expected to fall in Catalonia within a 12-hour period. Malaga and surrounding areas are forecasted to experience record-breaking rainfall.
These storms are from the DANA weather system and are projected to last until Friday, with flooding expected to increase due to continuous rainfall.
DANA or Depresión Aislada en Niveles Altos refers to a weather phenomenon where a low-pressure system detaches from the main jet stream.
When colder atmospheric air meets warmer Mediterranean winds, DANA storms form heavy rainfall.
According to Malaga flood news, Roughly 3,000 residents living near the Guadalhorce River have been evacuated due to rising water levels. Local authorities reported that evacuation decisions were targeted toward areas along riverbanks.
Malaga’s emergency services are evacuating thousands of residents from over 1,000 homes across various neighborhoods.
The rain led to school closures across Malaga Province with many institutions shutting down to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Many supermarkets and businesses have temporarily closed. Areas that are usually bustling with activity now appear deserted as water levels continue to rise.
According to Malaga flood news, Málaga Airport has experienced disruptions. Approximately 15 flights were canceled. Various main roads in Malaga are flooded with water were many vehicles stranded in waterlogged areas. Public transportation has also been impacted.
The October floods saw the disappearance of 23 people, with emergency workers recovering the bodies of two young brothers swept away by floodwaters in Torrent.
Nearly 20,000 personnel including military and police forces are still engaged in the cleanup and search operations to locate missing persons and secure the affected areas.
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According to Malaga flood news, the opening match of the Billie Jean King Cup between Spain and Poland was postponed. Images show torrential rain surrounding the Palacio de Deportes José María Martín Carpena Arena, where the match was scheduled. Spectators and staff were advised to prioritize safety over attendance.
Just two weeks ago, Valencia endured one of the deadliest floods in modern Spanish history. Over 220 lives were lost, with hundreds more affected by property and infrastructural damage.
On the opening day of the COP29 climate summit, the Secretary-General of the World Meteorological Organization, Celeste Saulo addressed how floods addressed the impact of climate change.
She said that warmer atmospheres hold more water, thus increasing the severe weather events like the Malaga floods.
According to Malaga flood news, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has pledged an additional €3.76 billion in flood relief adding to the €10.6 billion allocated after October’s floods.
Mazon faced public frustration with 130,000 protesters rallying in Valencia over the weekend calling for his resignation. Authorities waiting nearly 14 hours to issue mobile warnings on October 29.
Mazon has attempted to shift blame onto Spain’s national government and even the armed forces’ emergency response units.
The conservative People’s Party blamed Teresa Ribera, Spain’s Environment Minister during her confirmation hearing for a European Commission post.
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