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Ibiza and Formentera Deluged as Red Alert Ends After Record Rains

By evening, authorities lifted warnings, signalling a pivot to recovery with no serious injuries reported.

Overview

  • AEMET’s top-tier warning forecast more than 180mm in 12 hours, with gauges later registering up to 254 l/m² in 24 hours on Ibiza, 168mm at the airport, and 105mm on Formentera.
  • The Balearic government logged 179 incidents linked to flooding and fallen trees, and officials reported three minor injuries and no deaths.
  • Spain’s military emergency unit deployed to pump water and clear roads, phone alerts warned residents to stay indoors, and classes were suspended.
  • Ibiza Town schools will remain closed on Wednesday for inspections after widespread inundation that shut key routes including the E‑10 and disrupted bus services.
  • Ibiza Airport experienced heavy leaks and brief diversions but largely continued operations, with passengers advised to check with airlines as alerts were downgraded.