Recent storms in eastern Spain have caused widespread devastation, with at least 217 people losing their lives, primarily in the vicinity of Valencia. The impact of the storms has now reached Barcelona, where heavy rainfall has led to the suspension of commuter rail services. The Spanish Transport Minister has taken the decision to halt all commuter trains in northeast Catalonia, affecting a population of 8 million people, following a request from civil protection officials.
An alert for 'extreme and continued rainfall' was issued in Barcelona, urging residents to avoid dry gorges and canals. The adverse weather conditions have also affected air travel, forcing air traffic controllers to redirect 15 flights at Barcelona's airport. Additionally, several highways have been closed due to flooding, causing further disruption to transportation.
