Storm Harry Brings Severe Weather Warnings Across Spain
Storm Harry triggers severe alerts in Spain with heavy rain, snow, and dangerous coastal conditions across multiple regions.
- • Aemet issues special warnings for storm Harry impacting Spain with heavy rain, snow, and winds.
- • Significant Mediterranean storm expected with waves over six meters, raising coastal safety concerns.
- • A man is reported missing in Catalonia due to flooding from the storm.
- • Snowfall forecasted in mountainous regions, with fluctuating snow levels around 1,000 meters.
- • Meteorologist Mario Picazo warns of ongoing weather instability and further Atlantic storms approaching.
Key details
Storm Harry has prompted Spain’s State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) to issue special alerts as it brings a mix of heavy rainfall, snow, and strong winds across several regions. The Mediterranean storm is expected to produce waves exceeding six meters, along with persistent and intense rain, particularly in Girona. This has raised concerns over river flooding and dangerous conditions along the coast. Authorities have already reported a man missing in Catalonia after his car was swept away by floodwaters.
Snowfall is forecasted in Teruel and Castellón at elevations above 1,000 meters, while northern mountain ranges such as the Pyrenees and Cantabrian mountains could see additional snow, potentially reaching some northern capitals by the weekend. According to meteorologist Mario Picazo, this week requires vigilance due to the ongoing instability brought by Harry and other Atlantic storms on the horizon. Regions expected to be most affected include Catalonia, Valencia, Aragón, the Balearic Islands, Andalucía, and Galicia, where significant rainfall could accumulate.
Temperatures are anticipated to remain cold but relatively stable. Authorities advise the public to exercise caution, especially near coastal and flood-prone areas, due to heightened risks from storm surge and river swells. The meteorological outlook points to a dynamic and potentially hazardous week as the storm complex influences Spain's weather patterns.
This article was translated and synthesized from Spanish sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
