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Red and Orange Alerts in Force as DANA ‘Alice’ Floods Spain’s East and Shifts North

Murcia activates a level‑2 flood response with military support under warnings of continued torrential rain.

Overview

  • AEMET keeps top-tier warnings across Alicante, Murcia, Valencia and the Balearic Islands, with the storm’s heaviest bands migrating toward Valencia, Castellón and IbizaFormentera through Saturday.
  • Murcia elevates Plan Inunmur to level 2 and seeks Unidad Militar de Emergencias assistance after overnight flooding in the Campo de Cartagena, with evacuations in coastal zones and multiple water rescues.
  • Transport is disrupted across the region, including AP‑7 tunnel closures near Pilar de la Horadada, suspended Metrovalencia segments with bus replacements, and flight diversions, cancellations and delays at Alicante, Valencia, Ibiza and Palma.
  • Short‑period downpours have produced exceptional totals, including more than 150 l/m² in parts of Valencia province by early afternoon, near‑torrential bursts in La Safor and Marina Alta, and 90+ l/m² in one hour in Carcaixent.
  • Authorities urge residents and travelers to avoid unnecessary journeys and flood crossings, with Valencia’s emergency service issuing special guidance and the UK FCDO warning of likely travel disruption in affected areas.