Since this Tuesday, a new storm has kept 8 communities of Spain on alert due to intense rains, waves, winds and snow, with a greater incidence in areas of the Mediterranean coast.
The Balearic Islands, Catalonia and the Valencian community are on orange alert due to rough seas or rainfall that can reach 40 liters per square meter in one hour.
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The Aemet has begun to delimit the area that will be most affected and has put the province of Valencia on alert, where heavy rains are expected starting at nine pm this Tuesday. In addition, they predict that Wednesday and Thursday will be the most complicated nights.
However, the authorities are confident that the incident that occurred 15 days ago will not occur again.
This Tuesday, King Felipe VI is expected to visit the military units deployed in the Valencian Community that are working on the rescue, cleaning and recovery of the areas affected by the torrential rains that hit the region two weeks ago.
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**Interview with Carlos Martínez, Meteorologist at Aemet**
**Editor:** Good evening, Carlos. Thank you for joining us today. We’re currently seeing a new storm affecting several communities in Spain. Can you describe the situation and the areas most impacted?
**Carlos Martínez:** Good evening, and thank you for having me. Yes, since Tuesday, we have been monitoring a significant storm that has placed eight communities on high alert, particularly those along the Mediterranean coast. The Balearic Islands, Catalonia, and the Valencian Community are currently under orange alert due to the expected intense rainfall, rough seas, and strong winds.
**Editor:** What kind of rainfall can residents expect, and how will it impact these regions specifically?
**Carlos Martínez:** In the Valencia province, we are forecasting rainfall that could reach up to 40 liters per square meter in just one hour. This level of precipitation can lead to quick flooding, so we urge residents to be prepared. The authorities have particularly highlighted Wednesday and Thursday as the most critical days during this storm system.
**Editor:** I understand that there were significant issues from a storm two weeks ago. How are officials assuring the public regarding this current situation?
**Carlos Martínez:** Authorities are taking extra precautions this time around, learning from the recent incident. While they are cautious, they believe that the circumstances this time won’t lead to the same level of disruption as before. They are actively monitoring conditions, and emergency services are on standby to respond rapidly if needed.
**Editor:** We also hear that King Felipe VI is visiting the affected areas. What role do such visits play during a crisis?
**Carlos Martínez:** The King’s visit serves as a morale booster and a show of solidarity for those affected. It also emphasizes the importance of the military units deployed in the Valencian Community, which are assisting with rescue and recovery efforts. His presence can rally more attention and support for the ongoing situation.
**Editor:** Thank you, Carlos, for the insights. We hope for the safety of all those in the affected areas and appreciate the hard work of emergency services during this challenging time.
**Carlos Martínez:** Thank you for having me. Let’s hope for a safe and swift recovery for everyone involved.
