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Catalonia Activates Inuncat as Intense Christmas Storm Brings Heavy Rain, Strong Winds and Snow to 300 Meters

Officials stress self-protection given holiday travel during a high-impact, hard-to-forecast storm.

Overview

  • The meteorological service forecasts around 100 liters per square meter in 24 hours in the northeast, strong winds, snow lowering to roughly 300–400 meters and severe coastal conditions with waves above four meters.
  • Protecció Civil has put the Inuncat plan in alert and the Neucat plan in pre-alert for Christmas and Sant Esteve, urging residents to follow official updates and call 112 for emergencies.
  • People are advised to avoid non‑essential trips, consult road status via Servei Català de Trànsit and carry out winter checks on tyres, antifreeze, batteries, lights and brakes before driving.
  • Guidance for drivers includes keeping fuel tanks full and carrying an in‑car emergency kit with warm clothing, blankets, water, energy food, a charged phone and power bank, a first‑aid kit, torch, shovel, toolbox and snow chains.
  • Municipalities are instructed to mobilize personnel and equipment, clear drainage, secure or relocate public events, close or restrict access to flood‑prone areas, remove vehicles from risk points and consider preventive evacuations where necessary.