Spain under threat of new torrential rains?

Spain, recently hit by historic floodsis preparing to face a new critical meteorological episode this week. Called « Dana« this cold drop phenomenon promises intense rains, although less violent than those which caused the death of more than 200 people at the end of October.

A dreaded return of bad weather

The previous episode had left deep traces in provinces like Valencia, devastated by torrents of water and flash floods. This phenomenon Dana, or “isolated high altitude depression”results from the collision between cold air masses at altitude and warmer temperatures on the ground. THE thermal contrastfed by a still warm Mediterranean, favors sustained precipitation.

The first alerts were triggered in the south of Spain, notably in Almeriaplaced on orange alert for rain and storms. Valencealready heavily affected, is among the threatened regions, as are other areas from the east coast to the Balearic Islands.

Less extreme but problematic precipitation

According to meteorologist Guillaume Séchet, this new episode will probably be less intensetemperatures being generally lower than in October. However, waterlogged soils and saturated waterways amplify the risk of flooding even with more moderate rainfall.

In November, similar conditions had already caused localized damage to Cadaqués and other Catalan municipalities. With the location still uncertain, the authorities are planning late alerts depending on weather developments.

Increasingly frequent seasonal phenomena

The Dana episodes, typical of this season, pose a recurring challenge to the Iberian Peninsula. Although these phenomena are not new, their intensity and frequency raise questions about their link with global climate change. A warmer Mediterranean favors their appearance and aggravates their impacts.

The next few days will be crucial for the threatened regions. Residents, already burned by recent disasters, are increasing their vigilance in the face of this new episode.

Stay informed to follow the evolution of this delicate situation. Spainmaximum vigilance: the sky could still be unleashed.