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Spain faces extreme heat, fire risks, and solar eclipse

Spain is facing extreme weather conditions as a major heatwave and solar eclipse coincide. AEMET has issued warnings across fifteen autonomous communities for high temperatures, intense rain, and storms. Ten regions are under orange alerts, with temperatures in Andalusia and Castilla-La Mancha potentially exceeding 40 degrees Celsius.

In Castilla y León, authorities have declared a high forest fire risk alert for August 11-13, 2026, due to high temperatures, low humidity, and strong winds. The regional government has also activated the Civil Protection Plan (Plancal) at level 2 to manage the influx of visitors expected for the solar eclipse and to coordinate emergency responses.

Galicia is also experiencing significant weather challenges. The region recorded its warmest July since 1961. Currently, a red heat alert is in effect for the interior of Pontevedra and the mountains of Ourense. Additionally, water supply at the Eiras reservoir will be interrupted on August 13 for essential maintenance work.

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AEMET · Agencia de Protección Civil de Castilla y León · Cabildo de Tenerife · Castilla y León · El Campello · Galicia · Junta de Castilla y León · MeteoGalicia · Pontevedra · Spain · Tenerife · Xunta de Galicia

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