A potential hurricane is brewing in the Atlantic, and it's on a collision course with Spain
Meteorologists are closely monitoring the development of Storm Isaac, which could impact
parts of the country within days. But before Isaac arrives, Spain is already grappling with severe weather
Storm Eitor is currently battering the north and northwestern regions, bringing strong
winds of up to 80 km per hour and heavy rainfall. Dozens of towns and cities are on high alert as they brace for the storm's impact
As Eitor begins to retreat on Friday, it will leave behind a cold front
Temperatures are expected to plummet, dropping 5 to 10 degrees Celsius below the seasonal
average across much of Spain. Only the Mediterranean coast will maintain temperatures above 25 degrees
Unfortunately for those hoping for a late burst of summer warmth, it appears that an
Indian summer is unlikely this year. While temperatures may briefly climb at the beginning of next week, they're set to fall
again from Tuesday onwards. This is when Storm Isaac is predicted to approach the Iberian Peninsula
Currently developing over the Atlantic, Isaac has the potential to reach hurricane status
However, weather experts are urging calm and caution when interpreting long-range forecasts
It's important to note that predictions for weather systems like Isaac are inherently
uncertain, especially when looking six days ahead. The forecast could still undergo significant changes
However, based on current projections, Isaac could indeed reach Spain and have some notable effects
If Isaac does make landfall, its impact is expected to be relatively limited due to its small size
The most significant concern would be the strong winds associated with the storm, particularly
in western areas of Spain. Gusts could be substantial in these regions
However, the system is expected to weaken rapidly once it moves inland
In terms of rainfall, the core of the system is predicted to bring the heaviest precipitation
to Portugal, Galicia and Extremadura. Other areas in the south and west of Spain may also see some rainfall, albeit less intense
At this stage, it's too early to provide specific details about expected rainfall amounts
As Spain faces this potential double threat from ETA and Isaac, residents and visitors
alike are advised to stay informed about the evolving weather situation. While long-range forecasts can change, it's always wise to be prepared for severe weather conditions
Keep an eye on official weather updates and follow any guidance provided by local authorities
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