A new weather system is threatening parts of Spain, raising concerns among residents and authorities alike
The country is bracing for the arrival of another Dana, a high area of isolated depression
which is expected to bring heavy rainfall to several regions. Dana, which stands for Depression Islada in Nivelles Altos in Spanish
is a weather phenomenon that can cause intense and localized storms. This upcoming Dana is predicted to affect multiple areas with Valenciennes
and Malaga being particularly at risk. The situation is especially concerning for Valencia
which is still recovering from a recent deadly Dana storm that tragically claimed over 200 lives
According to weather experts, the Dana will make its way from France to the northeast of the Iberian Peninsula starting Tuesday
The areas expected to be hit hardest include Catalonia, the Balearic Islands
and the northern half of the Valencia region. However, the impact will not be limited to these areas
Strong accumulations of rainfall are also anticipated in the south along the Mediterranean coast of Andalusia
as well as in parts of the Abro Valley and the eastern Cantabrian Sea
The arrival of this weather system is not just bringing rain. It's also expected to usher in colder air from Tuesday onwards
This temperature drop could result in some Spanish capitals experiencing maximum temperatures in single digits Celsius
Additionally with the snow level predicted to be around 1 meters in both the north and central areas of the peninsula significant snowfall is expected in mountainous regions In response to these forecasts the Spanish State Weather Agency Amit has issued a series of alerts for heavy rainfall
On Tuesday, yellow-level warnings for rain have been issued for Castellon in Valencia and Tarragona and Barcelona in Catalonia
These areas could see up to 20 millimeters of rain falling per square meter per hour
The situation is even more severe in the Balearic Islands, with Ibiza and parts of
Majorca, including Palma, under an orange alert. These regions could experience up to 40 millimeters of rain per square meter in just one hour
The alerts continue into Wednesday, with the entire Costa del Sol and Asarquia region
placed under a yellow alert for heavy rainfall. These areas could see up to 60 millimeters of rain over a 12-hour period
Similar yellow alerts have also been extended to much of the Valencian coast
As Spain prepares for this incoming weather system, it's crucial for residents and visitors in the affected areas
to stay informed about the latest weather updates and follow any guidance provided by local authorities
The potential for heavy rainfall and sudden temperature drops highlights the importance of being prepared
and taking necessary precautions to ensure safety during this period of unsettled weather