Madrid Faces Severe Weather Alert as Storm Martinho Hits
The Community of Madrid is on high alert as the Martinho weather system unleashes heavy rains across the region. The Emergency Service of Madrid has issued a public warning urging residents to limit travel during this critical period. This announcement has been reiterated by the Delegation of the Government, highlighting the alarming rain levels affecting the community. The Tagus River Basin Authority has reported unprecedented high water levels in the Manzanares and Jarama rivers, prompting meteorological services to issue cautionary advisories regarding the rising waters, particularly as the Manzanares River flows through the heart of the capital.
Emergencias 112 has confirmed that the entire Community of Madrid is currently under a yellow alert for flooding risks, as indicated by AEMET (the Spanish Meteorological Agency), with warnings in effect until 2 AM. Authorities are prepared for the possibility of updating this alert as conditions evolve. The yellow warning for rain is compounded by another alert for strong wind gusts reaching up to 80 km/h in the Sierra region.
Weather gauges indicate that the ongoing storm may lead to rain accumulations of up to 15 mm per hour, with potential thunderstorms and hail predicted to accompany these downpours. In what can be described as a concerning trend, the Community of Madrid has experienced weeks of relentless rainfall, and it is noteworthy that this March is already breaking historical records for precipitation.
Citizens are advised to remain vigilant and prioritize safety as the storm continues to challenge the region. While the rain is necessary for replenishing water resources, the impacts of such severe weather cannot be underestimated by the community, especially considering the recent history of heavy rains in the area.
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