# Extreme weather in Valencia region

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/extreme-weather-in-valencia-region
> Updated: 2026-08-21T04:31:52.000Z. Sources: 19. Developments: 2.

The Valencian Community has experienced a period of extreme weather involving both wildfires and violent storms. Initially, the province of Castellón faced significant wildfires, including a blaze near Sierra Calderona Natural Park that burned approximately 120 hectares, likely triggered by lightning.

This period of high temperatures and fire risk was followed by severe thunderstorms and intense wind gusts. In the province of Valencia, wind speeds reached up to 149 km/h in Sumacàrcer. The storms caused widespread property damage, including collapsed balconies, destroyed furniture, and fallen trees that blocked railway lines. Notable structural damage occurred in Alzira, where extreme gusts caused a portion of the Santa Catalina Church roof to collapse.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-21: Valencia province hit by severe storms with 149 km/h gusts

Severe thunderstorms with wind gusts up to 149 km/h hit Valencia, Spain, causing structural damage to churches, falling trees, and disrupting rail services across the province.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valencia-province-hit-by-severe-storms-with-149-kmh-gusts

### 2026-08-19: Valencia region faces wildfires and severe storm damage

Extreme weather in Spain's Valencian Community has triggered multiple forest fires near Segorbe and Sierra Calderona, alongside violent storms in Alzira causing significant structural damage.

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bonreps-i-mirambell-vegetation-fire-under-control-efforts

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