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Catalonia Activates INUNCAT Alert for Intense Sunday Downpours

Meteorologists forecast bursts exceeding 20 liters per square meter in 30 minutes, raising flash‑flood concerns.

La calle Francesc Layret de Badalona, a la altura del Ayuntamiento, completamente anegada de agua tras la lluvia torrencial
Imagen de archivo de las fuertes precipitaciones de este verano en Cataluña

Overview

  • Protecció Civil placed the regional flood plan in alert phase in response to Meteocat warnings for afternoon-to-overnight storms.
  • Rain is expected to start along the Barcelona and Girona prelitoral before moving inland toward Catalunya Central, Ponent and the Pyrenees.
  • The eastern Pyrenees, specifically Ripollès, Berguedà and La Garrotxa, are highlighted for the most intense precipitation.
  • Storms could include thunder, hail and strong wind gusts that heighten risk beyond flooding.
  • Authorities urge caution, recommending limited travel in affected zones and avoiding flooded areas.