The Meteorological calm of the last days in Catalonia is about to change drastically. After a pleasant Sunday day and with skies clear in much of the territory, the conditions will begin to be significantly altered in the next few hours.
The Meteorological Service of Catalonia (Meteoccat) has just issued an urgent warning that puts in alert to various Catalan regions due to the intended intensity of the rains.
Detailed weather situation
From 08:00 on Monday until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Catalunya will face a meteorological episode marked by intense and locally abundant rains. According to the meteocat notice, rainfall is expected that could exceed 20 mm in just 30 minutes, which implies very intense rains capable of causing specific risk situations in especially vulnerable areas.
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The maximum level of the meteorological notice is moderate, marked with a degree of danger of 3 out of 6. This indicates that, although rainfall does not reach extreme levels, they could produce important accumulations in short periods, especially in the regions of the center and northeast of the Catalan territory.
Catalan regions on alert
The map facilitated by the meteocat clearly shows the geographical distribution of the weather phenomenon. The notice especially affects the regions of Osona, La Garrotxa, Ripollès, Berguedà and adjacent areas, which will experience the most intense rains. These rainfall, although fast, could cause sudden floods, especially in urban areas with limited drainage or in those close to channels and routes.
As of Tuesday, the intensity of rainfall will decrease significantly, but there will continue to be a specific risk in some areas of the north and northeast of the territory, where significant water accumulations could still be recorded.
Practical tips for the population
Given this type of sudden weather phenomena and considerable intensity, it is essential to take additional precautions to guarantee personal safety and minimize material risks. It is advisable to avoid unnecessary displacements, especially in private vehicles, and pay attention to possible cuts on secondary roads or rural roads due to accumulated water.
In urban areas, especially those with a history of flooding or insufficient drains, it is recommended to keep the tracks and accesses clear, ensuring that sinks and sewers are not clogged by garbage or leaves. In rural and mountainous areas, it is advisable to get away from the river channels, torrents and ravines, since they can experience very dangerous sudden floods.
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This episode of heavy rains could generate specific complications in several Catalan locations during the next few hours. It is important that the population remains attentive to the updates of the meteocat and follow the indications of local emergency services. Citizen collaboration will be key to properly managing any incidence derived from these intense rainfall.
The Servei Meteorològic of Catalunya will continue to update its forecasts and communications as the situation evolves, offering precise data and useful advice to ensure that citizens can face this episode with the maximum possible security.
