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Orange Alerts in Eastern Spain as DANA 'Alice' Brings Heavy Rain to the Valencian Region

Forecasts point to a rapid coastal intensification, with locally over 100 l/m2 in a few hours, peaking Oct. 10–11.

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Lluvia en el centro de Barcelona.
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Overview

  • Overnight gauges recorded about 44.8 l/m2 in Valencia’s Albufera, 39.8 in Catarroja and 35.1 in Alcàsser, according to Avamet.
  • AEMET keeps orange warnings in force for Alicante, Valencia, Murcia and Ibiza/Formentera, with weather alerts active across 13 provinces.
  • Emergency crews carried out water pumping and sanitation in Catarroja and Alcàsser, and Valencia reported minor incidents such as a fallen tree.
  • The Valencian emergency coordination center was activated and Oct. 9 civic events were suspended, with authorities reallocating resources and monitoring drainage and barrancos.
  • AEMET signals a high risk of very intense downpours on the Valencia and Alicante coasts that could exceed 140 l/m2 in 12 hours on Friday and Saturday, with strong winds possible.