Overview

• Spain’s weather agency AEMET maintains a red alert for all of Alicante and parts of Murcia, with Valencia on amber and the Balearic Islands on heightened alerts.
• Forecasters expect very heavy, persistent rain through Monday, with local totals potentially exceeding 140 mm in 12 hours and a high risk of flash flooding.
• Airport operator Aena reports seven diversions and 12 cancellations at Alicante-Elche on Friday, with delays affecting flights in Valencia and Murcia.
• Murcia authorities carried out evacuations and closed schools in multiple municipalities, while emergency services in Ibiza and Formentera were reinforced.
• The UK Foreign Office warns of likely travel disruption and advises travelers to monitor updates, check with airlines, and follow local instructions.