Location: The region of Valencia and southern parts of Catalonia
Event: On November 3, the Spanish Meteorological Agency (Agencia Estatal de Meteorología, AEMET) issued orange and red alerts (the two highest alert levels) in various regions throughout Spain, including Valencia and southern parts of Catalonia, due to continued heavy rainfall and the potential for additional flooding.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid affected areas.
- Follow the instructions of local authorities.
- Monitor local weather reports. Even where it is not raining, rain in other nearby areas can lead to hazardous conditions.
- Avoid driving to or within affected areas.
- Call 112 for emergency assistance.
For updated information please follow on X.com:
Spanish Meteorological Agency @AEMET_Esp
Spanish Civil Protection Agency @proteccioncivil
Valencia Government @generalitat
Protecció Civil @emergenciescat
For other assistance:
U.S. Embassy Madrid
+34-915-872-200
Contact Madrid
https://es.usembassy.gov
U.S. Consulate General Barcelona
+34-932-802-227
Contact Barcelona
https://es.usembassy.gov
U.S. Consular Agency in Valencia
ValenciaCONS@state.gov
State Department – Consular Affairs
+1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444
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