October 10th 2024.
In the upcoming days, Spain can expect some severe weather conditions as a result of the downgraded Hurricane Kirk. A number of weather warnings have been issued for the region of Catalonia, where the hurricane has made an unexpected turn towards western Europe. As it made its way through Spain and Portugal, the remnants of Kirk caused destruction and heavy rainfall before moving on to France.
Tragically, the storm has already claimed one life in southern France and has left thousands without power. The prefecture of Herault reported that strong gusts off the coast overturned three boats, resulting in one fatality and another person in critical condition. As the hurricane continues to impact the western part of the continent, Spain is bracing for its effects.
The national weather agency of Spain, Aemet, has issued amber alerts for "violent north-west wind" along the Cantabrian and Biscay coasts. In addition, several yellow warnings have been put in place for today. Residents in Tarragona's southern coast have been warned of strong winds and waves up to two meters, while those in Catalonia's Empordà region can expect waves up to four meters.
The Catalonian coast is predicted to experience gusts of wind reaching up to 50mph until 11am local time. Aemet's map shows that the weather is expected to worsen tomorrow, with storms hitting areas in Cordoba, Seville, Cádiz, Huelva, and Andévalo. In these regions, heavy rainfall of nearly one meter is expected in just 12 hours. The northern region of Navarre can also anticipate gusts of wind up to 50mph.
As we move into Saturday, two amber warnings for rain have been issued for the regions of Cordoba and Seville. It's important for residents in these areas to stay informed and take necessary precautions to stay safe during these weather conditions. Let's hope that the storm passes quickly and with minimal damage. Stay safe, Spain!
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