Keywords: Meteorological Agency


Spain records its hottest start to summer since weather records began in 1961

Spain has experienced its hottest start to summer since national weather records began in 1961, following two intense heatwaves that pushed temperatures well above seasonal averages, according to the Spanish State Meteorological Agency (AEMET). Meteorological officials reported that nearly every day......

Japan declares arrival of El Niño as Pacific warms rapidly

Japan has become the first major meteorological authority to officially confirm the arrival of El Niño, following a sharp rise in sea surface temperatures across the central and eastern equatorial Pacific. The announcement signals a rapid shift in ocean conditions that scientists associate with......

Storm Olivier set to disrupt weather patterns in Morocco next week

Morocco is bracing for significant weather changes next week with the arrival of Storm Olivier, following a period of calm after March's heavy rains. This weather system, originating from the Atlantic Ocean, is anticipated to bring a mix of hot temperatures, rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds. The......

Winter weather alerts in Spain amid snow and low temperatures

A strong winter storm has triggered weather alerts in several regions of Spain due to heavy snowfall and extremely low temperatures, particularly affecting the northern half of the country. According to the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), six autonomous communities have been placed under alert.......

Madrid activates level 1 cold weather risk alert

The Madrid community has announced the activation of a Level 1 cold weather risk alert for this weekend. According to the regional health department, temperatures are expected to drop to an average minimum of -0.8 ºC on Saturday, March 15, based on data from the Spanish Meteorological Agency (Aemet)......

Travel disruptions escalate as severe weather hampers ferry services between Spain and Morocco

Severe Weather Disrupts Travel Between Spain and Morocco Strong winds and torrential rain have led to the cancellation of passenger ferry services between Tarifa, Spain, and Tangier, Morocco, as adverse weather conditions grip the region. Authorities from the Algeciras Bay Port Authority reported that......

Port Closure in Tarifa Due to Severe Winds; A Safety Measure Amid Storm

The port of Tarifa, located at the southern tip of Spain, has been temporarily closed due to severe winds caused by a "Levante" storm sweeping through the Strait of Gibraltar. This decision was made by the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras to ensure the safety of both passengers and staff.......

Urgent Calls and Delayed Action: A Closer Look at Valencia's Flood Response Crisis

On October 29, as severe weather conditions unleashed devastating floods in Valencia, the Government Delegate, Pilar Bernabé, made three urgent calls to Salomé Pradas, the regional Minister of Justice and Emergency Management. These calls were made prior to the Generalitat's request......

Catastrophic Flooding in Spain: Death Toll Rises to 158 Amidst Unprecedented Weather Events

The recent catastrophic flooding in Spain has emerged as the nation's deadliest natural disaster, with the death toll now reaching at least 158 individuals. The most severely affected region is the Comunidad Valenciana, where the phenomenon known as "dana", characterized by intense rainfall,......