On November 4, a red warning was issued for Barcelona, Spain, due to torrential rain and flooding.

Incident Details

On November 4, red warnings were issued for Catalonia due to heavy rainfall and flooding. Currently 15 flights have been cancelled and roads leading to the airport are blocked, causing severe disruptions to El Prat Airport in Barcelona. Several highways have been closed and all commuter trains in northeast Catalonia have been suspended.  This follows storms in Valencia which has killed at least 217 people. 

Traveler Safety

SafeAbroad travelers are advised to confirm all travel arrangements and follow all government directives. Maintain enhanced situational awareness during transit and plan travel routes in advance. Monitor local media for updates.

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