Spain is currently in chaos due to extreme weather conditions hitting the country. The national meteorological agency AEMET has issued warnings for 25 provinces, with eight under an orange alert due to heavy storms and intense rainfall. In just one hour, nearly 50 liters of rain per square meter fell in a popular tourist spot, causing urban floods and cars literally swimming through the streets.
The most critical areas are Aragon and Catalonia, where rivers like the Ebro in Tarragona have overflowed their banks, and a red alert remains in effect until late Saturday. Military emergency units have been deployed to several cities, including Zaragoza, to assist in damage control. Local rescue teams reported over 30 incidents, including fallen trees and blocked roads, but fortunately no casualties.
The storm is caused by a meteorological phenomenon known as a cold drop, where warm Mediterranean air clashes with cold upper layers, creating perfect conditions for sudden and heavy downpours. While northern and eastern Spain suffer floods, the south and southeast are baking under temperatures reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius. This weather contrast further complicates the situation, with winds on the Canary Islands reaching dangerous speeds.
This is not just rain — it’s natural chaos that has paralyzed parts of Spain, threatened tourism, and shown how powerless we are against nature’s force. If you thought floods were far away from you, think again. Now, as you watch these clips of cars swimming, ask yourself — is this just the beginning, or will nature surprise us even more? Share your thoughts, maybe you have some tips on surviving these weather madnesses!
