A severe weather event, described as a wet downburst, has wreaked havoc across the Vega Baja region, particularly affecting the town of Redován. Just before five o’clock in the afternoon on Monday, the area witnessed intense winds and heavy rain, leading to widespread disruption and power outages. Emergency services have conducted twenty-six interventions to date, focusing on rescuing individuals affected by falling trees and managing water-related emergencies.

Redován has experienced the most severe impact, with the urban centre and the San Carlos neighbourhood reporting torrential rainfall and hurricane-force winds. The intense weather caused significant debris, including fallen branches and urban furniture. Moreover, the rainfall resulted in waterfalls cascading down the nearby mountains, creating a dramatic yet unfortunate scene amid the chaos.

Key roadways have been severely disrupted, including the CV-900, which connects Redován to the Orihuela district of El Escorratel. Large trees have blocked several passages, causing complete closures. The N-340 road, particularly between San Carlos and Orihuela, also remains impassable due to fallen branches. The Orihuela municipality has seen damage to containers and trees, though not as severe as in Redován.

In Cox, the downburst has caused part of a roof to collapse onto a vehicle, resulting in water entering a residence. The homeowner suffered a fall and was taken to the emergency department by ambulance. The local garages have also experienced flooding, with water being pumped out. Rainfall measurements in Cox reached thirty-two litres per square metre, with wind gusts of up to one hundred and twenty-two kilometres per hour.