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Second Torrential Downpour Strikes Alcanar, ES-Alert Issued and Key Roads Closed

The renewed deluge highlights a recurring extreme-weather pattern that has stretched local leadership and emergency resources.

Overview

  • The storm marks the second intense episode this week in Montsià, with Meteocat noting near 20 l/m² in 30 minutes and official stations logging up to 50 l/m² in an hour.
  • Protecció Civil sent an ES-Alert to all mobile phones in the comarca instructing residents to move away from flood-prone areas and take extra precautions.
  • Traffic authorities reported closures of the N-340 in Alcanar and the TP-3318 between Ulldecona and Alcanar in both directions due to flooding.
  • President Salvador Illa urged maximum caution in Montsià and asked the public to follow guidance from emergency services.
  • Hours after activation, Protecció Civil deactivated the INUNCAT alert and kept a pre-alert in place through early Thursday.