Storm Marta Triggers Evacuations and Disruptions Across Córdoba

On February 7, 2026, the Andalusian province of Córdoba is grappling with severe impacts from Storm Marta, including flooding, evacuations, and widespread infrastructure disruptions. Persistent heavy rain and rising water levels have forced nearly 100 residents to evacuate their homes in neighborhoods such as Villarrubia and Montón de la Tierra in the city of Córdoba.

The storm has also resulted in critical water supply interruptions in the towns of Rute and Iznájar, where residents currently lack access to running water and are reliant on tanker trucks for essential supply. Meanwhile, the Guadalquivir River's water level in Córdoba has slightly receded by half a meter to 5.4 meters, though concerns about potential flooding remain.

As a preventive safety measure, the Puente Romano pedestrian bridge has been closed amid fears of rising waters. The local authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.

In addition to the localized challenges, storm Marta’s wider effects across Spain’s southern regions have been severe. According to the Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT), 99 roads nationwide were closed by early Saturday morning due to adverse weather, with 85 closures specifically attributed to flooding and 14 due to snow and ice. The Córdoba province has seen 18 road closures, marking it as one of the worst-affected areas after Cádiz, which recorded 26 closures.

Highways such as the N-430 in Badajoz are under red alert for dangerous conditions, and routes including the A-92 and A-52 require caution due to snow and flooding hazards. These disruptions underscore the challenges faced by residents and authorities trying to manage safety amid the extreme weather.

With the storm ongoing, emergency services remain on alert to respond to further evacuations or infrastructure issues as weather conditions develop.