# Severe weather alerts and flooding in Spain > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/severe-weather-alerts-in-spain > Updated: 2026-10-19T16:06:56.000Z. Sources: 30. Developments: 3. The Spanish State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has issued yellow weather alerts across multiple regions in Spain due to the risk of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. In Cartagena, authorities activated municipal services in a pre-emergency phase following forecasts of intense rain and storms, with potential accumulations of up to 15 liters per square meter in a single hour. Local officials advised residents to clear drains and avoid parking in flood-prone areas. Specific precautions include closing public parks, cordoning off large trees, and exercising extreme caution on roads such as the N-301a and RM-F35. Yellow alerts were extended to the Valencian Community, including the provinces of Valencia, Alicante, and Castellón, where meteorologists warned that rainfall could reach up to 20 liters per square meter in an hour, with the possibility of hail. By mid-October, Aemet issued yellow and orange alerts across several regions, including eastern Andalusia, Murcia, the Balearic Islands, Asturias, Cantabria, the Basque Country, Aragon, and Catalonia. As of October 13, the threat of a DANA (isolated high-altitude depression) has intensified. This system is expected to bring heavy, persistent rainfall, storms, and a notable drop in temperatures to the Mediterranean coast, including Alicante, Valencia, Catalonia, and the Balearic Islands. In response to the rising flood risks, emergency protocols such as the Inuncat plan have been activated in Catalonia to manage potential flooding. By October 19, severe weather continued to impact Andalusia. In Cádiz, specifically Arcos de la Frontera, heavy rainfall and hail caused significant flooding, with some areas recording 45 liters per square meter within thirty minutes and a nearby estate measuring 80 liters per square meter. An orange alert remained in effect for the Cádiz countryside and mountains. On October 20, the regional government of Andalucía deactivated its operational flood emergency plan as meteorological alerts ceased. ## Claims - AEMET warns of intense and persistent rainfall starting Saturday, October 17, in the Mediterranean region and Balearic Islands. (corroborated by 9 sources) - A DANA formation is expected to cause a significant drop in temperatures across eastern Spain. (corroborated by 7 sources) - Northern Argentina is identified as a region at risk for significantly higher than average rainfall. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The SMN anticipates increased climatic instability and rainfall in the AMBA region through Friday. (corroborated by 3 sources) - CEPAL reports a 75% probability that the 2026 El Niño phenomenon will reach historic magnitude by December. (corroborated by 2 sources) - NOAA estimates a greater than 90% probability of a very strong El Niño intensity. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Meteorologists confirm the El Niño phenomenon is currently active and expected to peak in late 2026. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Protección Civil activated the Inuncat alert plan for intense rainfall expected in eastern Catalonia this weekend. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The SMN issued a yellow alert for storms in various sectors of Chubut, Argentina. (single source) - The phenomenon could impact rainfall, agricultural production, infrastructure, and international food prices. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-19: Andalusia deactivates flood emergency plan after heavy storms Andalusia has deactivated its flood emergency plan after managing nearly 700 incidents caused by heavy storms, with Almería, Cádiz, and Málaga being the most affected provinces. 21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/weather-alerts-issued-for-jan-and-cdiz-following-heavy-rainfall ### 2026-10-06: Weather alerts issued for Valencia, Alicante, and Castellón AEMET has issued yellow weather alerts for Valencia, Alicante, and Castellón due to heavy rain, thunderstorms, and potential hail, with rainfall up to 20 liters per square meter per hour. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/weather-alerts-issued-for-valencia-alicante-and-castelln ### 2026-10-06: Cartagena issued yellow weather alert for storms and heavy rain Aemet has issued a yellow alert for Cartagena, Spain, forecasting intense storms and rain between midnight and 6:00 AM. The City Council has activated pre-emergency services in response. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cartagena-issued-yellow-weather-alert-for-storms-and-heavy-rain --- Cite as: Severe weather alerts and flooding in Spain. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/severe-weather-alerts-in-spain