Heavy rains and thunderstorms are sweeping across Spain on Saturday, May 10, 2025, prompting multiple weather alerts from the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) across various regions. With 24 provinces under warning, including six at orange alert level, citizens are urged to exercise caution as severe weather conditions are expected to persist throughout the day.
In the Altiplano region of Murcia, Aemet has issued an orange alert for rain and storms, effective from 16:00 to 21:00 hours. The storms are anticipated to bring large hail and strong gusts of wind. Meanwhile, yellow alerts remain in place for the rest of the Region of Murcia, excluding Cartagena, Mazarrón, and the Mar Menor, until the same hour.
Further north, in Castilla-La Mancha, the government activated its Specific Plan against the Risk of Adverse Meteorological Phenomena (Meteocma) at 11:00 hours. This alert phase is due to intense rains expected to reach up to 30 liters per square meter in the Serranía de Cuenca and the regions of Hellín and Almansa. The rest of Cuenca, Albacete, and Guadalajara are under yellow alert for rains of up to 15 liters per square meter.
The Basque Country is also bracing for severe weather, with Aemet issuing an orange alert for heavy rains and storms in Navarra, where accumulations of 30 liters per square meter are expected. Yellow alerts are in effect for the rest of Euskal Herria, including Álava, Bizkaia, and Gipuzkoa, from 13:00 to 21:00 hours.
In Catalonia, rainy conditions are predicted to intensify in the afternoon. The Servei Meteorològic de Catalunya has reported that the heavy rain front will enter the region around 19:15 hours, with forecasts of over 20 liters per square meter in just 30 minutes in some areas. Civil Protection has activated the INUNCAT flood alert plan due to the risk of flooding.
The situation has already led to the cancellation of events, including a concert by The Tyets in Badalona, which has been rescheduled for Sunday due to the predicted severe weather.
In Valencia, regional secretary for Emergencies, Irene Rodriguez, has called for prudence as the region prepares for heavy rains and potential hail. The orange alert is in effect for the interior of Valencia, where rainfall could accumulate to 40 liters per square meter. Rodriguez emphasized the importance of staying informed and cautious, especially in areas prone to flooding.
As the storms develop, the Ebro Hydrographic Confederation has warned of potential increased flow in rivers and tributaries across Álava, Navarra, and other regions. Citizens are advised to avoid low-lying areas and to be cautious when traveling.
In summary, Spain is facing a significant weather event with widespread alerts for rain and storms. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and advising the public to take necessary precautions.
