An intense weather episode approaches
Currently, Spain is immersed in an intense episode of rains that mainly affects the eastern part of the country. The State Meteorology Agency (AEMET) has issued alert for heavy rains expected in the next few hours.
Most affected regions
The provinces of Tarragona, Castellón, Valencia and the northwestern part of Murcia are those that are on alert. However, other areas may also receive warnings as the situation evolves.
Declarations of the meteorologist Roberto Brasero
Roberto Brasero, Antena 3 meteorologist, has expressed his concern about the continuity of the rains in these regions. According to him, ‘rainfall will continue to affect the same places as today, especially in Murcia, Almería and the Valencian Community’.
Flood possibilities
The accumulation of rain could exceed 400 liters per square meter in some areas, significantly increasing the risk of floods and overflows.
The change of time: storm on the way
On Friday, atmospheric instability on the Mediterranean coast is expected to continue, but with the entry of a Atlantic storm that could be called Jana, the focus of the storm will move to the west. This storm will carry intense winds and generalized rains.
Impact on various communities
Brasero said that ‘a front will cross the peninsula, causing rainfall in almost the entire territory’, with a particular impact on Catalonia, the north of the Valencian Community, Extremadura, Castilla-La Mancha, Madrid and Andalusia. In these areas, storms could be accompanied by hail and strong winds.
Weekend perspectives
The weekend will not make significant improvements. The Atlantic Front will continue to affect the Mediterranean, though with slightly less intense rains. ‘The rain will continue to fall without stopping,’ warns Brasero.
Return of snowfall
In addition, over the weekend, a new episode of snowfall is expected to the mountains, with snow levels descending due to the new storm. This will cause the atmosphere winter, despite the approach of spring.
