Spain Foreign Office warning: torrential rain and flash flooding could affect travel
If you have an upcoming holiday booked in Spain, this is the travel warning and advice that you need.
Warning from Foreign Office
The Foreign Office says that “nearly 19 million British nationals visited Spain last year” making it very popular getaway destination.
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Hide AdBut following the recent development of dangerous weather, British travellers have been issued a travel warning.
Spain’s meteorological office (AEMET) issued an “extreme risk” weather warning for the regions of Valencia, Alicante, Murcia, Almeria and Balearic Islands.
The rain has seen flash floods cause road closures and serious disruption to transport services. Emergency services confirmed the deaths of three people after their cars got trapped in the water.
Airports closed
Although airports are trying to continue as normal, the extreme weather has caused a number of airports to close.
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Hide AdFlights heading to Balearic airport have had to be diverted to other airports.
The Spanish authorities are advising all travellers to keep an eye on their flight status in case anything changes.
How to stay safe in a flood
These are some safety tips that could come in handy should you find yourself in a dangerous situation regarding flooding.
This advice comes from National Geographic. Avoid low spots like ditches, basements or underpasses as these areas become extremely dangerous during a flash flood
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Hide AdDon’t try to walk, swim or drive through flood waters - find an alternative route
Do not touch electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water
If you’re told to evacuate, then do so immediately