Weather Alert for Storm Train in the Southwestern Peninsula
The State Meteorological Agency has declared the activation of special warnings due to the imminent arrival of a complex system of low-pressure areas that will concentrate with particular virulence over the regions of southwestern Spain, where extraordinary rainfall accumulations are forecast, potentially exceeding 100 liters per square meter in the most exposed areas during this week 🌧️
Weather Evolution Over the Next 72 Hours
Predictive models confirm that this atmospheric phenomenon will remain active for at least three full days, characterized by persistent precipitation and at times of great intensity, accompanied by southwesterly winds with potentially dangerous gusts that can reach 70 km/h in coastal and mountainous areas, while a significant thermal drop will be recorded inland, with minimum values that could fall below 5°C in many locations.
Main Characteristics of the Event:- Estimated duration of at least 72 hours with continuous precipitation
- Accumulations that may exceed 100 l/m² in areas of western Andalusia and Extremadura
- Intense southwesterly winds with gusts of up to 70 km/h in coastal areas
Emergency services have all response protocols activated and remind the public of the importance of following official instructions through the channels provided by Civil Protection
Prevention Measures and Public Safety
The competent authorities have established a series of specific recommendations for the public, highlighting the need to exercise extreme caution on the road network and to avoid non-essential travel during periods of maximum rainfall intensity, especially in areas with a historical risk of flooding or river overflow.
Main Recommendations:- Avoid unnecessary travel during the hours of heaviest rainfall
- Exercise extreme caution on secondary roads and areas at risk of flooding
- Stay informed through the official Civil Protection channels
Final Thoughts on the Meteorological Event
This significant atmospheric event represents an opportunity to put into practice all those self-protection measures we often overlook, reminding us of the importance of being properly prepared for adverse weather phenomena that, like this storm train, demonstrate the relentless force of nature and the need to act with responsibility and prevention 🌀