The Emergency Coordination Centre of the Generalitat has declared Situation One of the Special Flood Plan across the Valencian Community as severe weather conditions affect the region. Heavy rainfall has resulted in significant accumulations, with over twenty-one litres per square metre recorded in areas such as l’Alguenya and Monover. In the province of Valencia, considerable amounts of rain have also been noted, prompting warnings from local authorities.

Emergency services have responded to a range of incidents, particularly in the province of Alicante, where ten emergency interventions were reported in La Vega Baja. The Provincial Fire Consortium in Valencia indicated that multiple actions have been necessary due to fallen trees caused by strong winds, but no injuries have been reported so far.

Juan Carlos Valderrama, the Conseller of Emergencies and Interior, emphasised the ongoing orange alert for Castellón and parts of Valencia, urging residents to exercise maximum caution while travelling. He mentioned that the emergency line received one hundred and thirteen calls concerning seventy-six incidents, including those caused by rain, storms, and high winds. The most severely affected areas include the Vega Baja and Vall d’Albaida.

A technical meeting is scheduled for later today to evaluate the situation further. The Conseller has advised municipalities on protocols for suspending classes in flood-prone areas, detailing that decisions will depend on specific local conditions. Valderrama reinforced the importance of vigilance and adherence to safety recommendations from the Emergency Coordination Centre, particularly as new rain is expected in northern Castellón.