Tornado and floods strike Spain: Emergency alerts issued
The weather situation in Spain is becoming increasingly challenging. A tornado was observed in Marbella, located in the southern part of the country, and other cities are experiencing floods. The government agency has issued alerts to residents.
Several regions of Spain have been placed under high alert due to the forecasted heavy rains and flood risks. The national meteorological agency, Aemet, warns of intense rainfall and storms that may affect the eastern and southern parts of the country.
Recordings have appeared online showing the extreme conditions in Spain, including the appearance of a tornado in the popular resort of Marbella.
New atmospheric fronts are bringing heavy rains and a decrease in temperatures. Aemet has issued an orange alert for several regions, including parts of Valencia, Catalonia, Andalusia, and the Balearic Islands—popular tourist destinations. The alert is in effect from Wednesday, November 13, to Thursday, November 14.
On Tuesday evening, the government sent emergency messages to thousands of residents of Costa del Sol and other parts of the province. The message read: "Civil alert... Red warning (Aemet) activated, extreme rainfall risk... exercise particular caution, avoid travel, and follow the advice of the 112 services."
Thousands of people have been evacuated from their homes, and residents and tourists are warned of "extreme risk." Aemet reports the possibility of rain and storms, which can be "very strong to torrential," and an orange alert indicates an "event with a degree of hazard to normal activity."
Residents of some coastal areas are securing their vehicles against potential flooding. After prior flood experiences, where many cars were swept away by water, numerous vehicles have been tightly wrapped in protective foil.
Authorities urge the public to monitor current weather communications, avoid unnecessary travel, and follow the recommendations of authorities.
