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Andalucía is still dealing with the aftermath of severe storms that began on Tuesday, with emergency services reporting nearly 3,000 incidents across the region over the past few days. Most emergencies were caused by strong gusts of wind, which brought down trees, branches, and damaged property, while flooding and ice forced the closure of 35 roads in several provinces.

 

In response to the adverse weather, the Junta de Andalucía suspended in-person classes on Wednesday in 77 municipalities across Almería, Cádiz, and Málaga. Schools and day centres in affected areas were closed as a precaution, ensuring children and staff remained safe.

 

Cádiz has been among the hardest hit. Precautionary evacuations were carried out in rural areas of Jerez de la Frontera, while around 250 residents in Guadarranque, San Roque remain displaced due to unsafe conditions. Flooding also affected 400 residents in the Las Pachecas district, prompting evacuations in seven homes, while two people were kept away from the rural area near the Iron Bridge in San Martín del Tesorillo. “The early morning passed without any serious incidents,” said Antonio Sanz, Minister of Health, Presidency and Emergencies, reassuring residents while warning that the day remained “extremely complex” due to wind alerts.

 

According to the latest EMA 112 report, alerts and incidents have been highest in the following provinces:

 

 

Most incidents involved fallen branches and trees, unstable building elements, damaged wiring, signs or street furniture. Flooding, landslides, and waterlogged homes and roads were reported to a lesser extent. Wednesday alone saw 1,999 incidents, with 925 on Tuesday and 42 more recorded early Thursday.

 

Road closures continue to affect travel, particularly in Cádiz, where flooding and ice have forced multiple roads to close. Other provinces with closures include Córdoba, Jaén, Granada, Málaga, and Seville. A few routes remain at black alert due to snow and ice, notably in Sierra Nevada and parts of Almería.

 

Weather warnings are still active across most of Andalucía. Orange alerts for wind remain along the coasts of Granada and Almería, as well as inland districts such as Guadix, Baza, the Almanzora Valley, and Los Vélez. Yellow warnings for rain, wind, and coastal phenomena cover areas including Grazalema, Ronda, the Subbética region, and the Guadalquivir Valley.

 

Officials continue to urge residents to exercise extreme caution, avoid unnecessary travel, secure outdoor objects, and stay away from rivers, low-lying coastal areas, and unsafe structures. The EMA reminds everyone that in emergencies, calling 112 is the safest course of action.

 

The Junta de Andalucía and emergency services remain on high alert, monitoring rivers, roads, and flood-prone zones to protect communities while the storms continue to impact the region.

 

 

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