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Red Alerts for Torrential Rain in Valencia, Castellón and Tarragona as Ex‑Hurricane Gabrielle Fuels Storm Risk

Forecasters link the threat to the remnants of Gabrielle over unusually warm Mediterranean waters.

Overview

  • Aemet’s red alert covers Tarragona, Castellón and the Valencian coast from Sunday evening into Monday, with a high risk of rapid rises in streams and rivers.
  • The Valencian emergency center activated flood plans, sent Es Alert warnings to residents, and urged school closures and suspension of outdoor activities in multiple municipalities.
  • Meteocat issued a red alert for the Ebro delta with potential totals above 200 liters, and Bombers reinforced resources following Protecció Civil phone alerts to local residents.
  • Aemet projects up to 180 liters in 12 hours on the Valencian coast from 04:00 Monday, with intense short‑term downpours also possible inland in areas of Aragón and Lleida.
  • Renfe and Aena warned of likely disruptions and offered free changes for services under the red alert, while Argentina’s SMN posted separate strong‑wind alerts with gusts up to 120 km/h.