🌧️ Barcelona on alert for heavy rain tonight, Saturday, July 12, 2025
The city of Barcelona is on red alert for torrential rain starting at 21:00 p.m. today, according to a statement from the Generalitat de Catalunya Civil Protection Agency. The warning has been sent directly to the mobile phones of residents in the regions of Barcelonès, Baix Llobregat, Garraf, and Vallès Occidental, urging the population not to go outside except for strictly necessary reasons.
The weather situation is marked due to the arrival of a DANA (Isolated High-Level Depression), which has caused water accumulations exceeding 150 liters per square meter in some areas of the metropolitan area. The storm is expected to intensify overnight, with the risk of flooding, landslides, and sudden rises in streams and ravines, even when it is not raining.
🚨 Civil Protection Recommendations
Avoid unnecessary travel after 21:00 p.m.
Do not approach flood zones such as streams, ravines or tunnels.
Do not pick up minors from schools if they are already safe.
Stay at home or at work until the alert ends
Follow official instructions through media and social networks
🛑 Expected impacts
Partial suspension of Rodalies service and delays in public transport
Flight cancellations and diversions at El Prat Airport
Road closures such as the C-32 in Gavà and access to coastal towns
Flooding in areas such as Castelldefels, Viladecans, and Martorell
🏠 What to do if you're at home?
Check drains and balconies to avoid water accumulation
Have a flashlight, portable charger and radio on hand
Avoid using the elevator during a storm
