# Severe storms and flooding in Catalonia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/severe-storms-and-flooding-in-catalonia
> Updated: 2026-08-08T18:09:51.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

Catalonia experienced intense thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, triggering severe weather alerts and emergency responses. Early reports indicated high precipitation levels, particularly in the Ripollès, Berguedà, Lluçanès, and Osona regions. The Meteorological Service of Catalonia (Meteocat) issued warnings for wind gusts exceeding 90 km/h and significant hail, with some areas reaching maximum danger levels.

The storms caused various local disruptions, including fallen trees, road closures on the C-14, and suspended rail services on the Rodalies network. Emergency services managed hundreds of calls related to the weather. Additionally, several beaches were closed due to bacterial contamination from runoff caused by the heavy rains.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-08: Severe weather alerts issued for Catalonia regions

Severe weather alerts are active in Catalonia, with Ripollès at maximum danger level. Storms have brought high winds, large hail, and heavy rain, causing road disruptions and emergency calls.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/severe-weather-alerts-issued-for-catalonia-regions

### 2026-08-06: Catalonia battles severe rainstorms and flooding alerts

Severe thunderstorms in Catalonia triggered flood alerts, 410 emergency calls, beach closures, rail disruptions and hail warnings across the region.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/adif-railway-works-trigger-evacuation-of-80-residents-in-barcelonas-trinitat-vella

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