Valencian Region declares lockdown in Marina Alta due to extreme flood risk

The Valencian Region has decided to raise to level 2 the Special Plan against Flood Risk in Marina Alta, a decision that implies the confinement of the population of the comarca in the face of the threat of very intense precipitation and the possible overflow of river channels. The measure comes in a context of meteorological alert that had already forced the suspension of classes in several municipalities, as La Marina Times reported.

Civil Protection has sent an alert message to mobile phones through the ES-Alert system, in which it calls on residents not to leave their homes and to avoid any unnecessary travel while the rainfall episode lasts.

Recommendations in the face of flood risk

Among the safety guidelines, it is advised to take refuge on the highest floors of buildings, completely avoid access to basements and garages, and refrain from using lifts during the alert.

Residents are also urged not to approach rivers, ravines, watercourses, seafronts or coastal areas, and to pay special attention to people in vulnerable situations who may need help.

The Valencian Region has stressed the need to strictly follow the instructions of emergency teams, given that several municipalities in the comarca are going through a difficult situation due to the storm. In the event of any emergency, the public is reminded that they must contact the telephone number 112.