Storm Kristin Disrupts Travel Across Spain: Roads Closed and Classes Suspended

The peninsula is currently grappling with the severe impact of Storm Kristin, marked by heavy rainfall and snow. As of early Wednesday, over 90 roads have been affected, with 67 routes suffering from ice and snow, and an additional 23 secondary roads blocked or compromised due to flooding, according to a report from the General Directorate of Traffic (DGT). In response to these adverse weather conditions, authorities in Andalusia and Extremadura have preemptively suspended classes to ensure the safety of students. Major highways are heavily impacted, with snowfall and icy conditions affecting critical routes like the AP6 between Las Eras and Gudillos and the A52 from Rionegro del Puente to Infesta. The A23 in Huesca is also facing challenges, activating a green level for traffic, which necessitates cautious driving while prohibiting the overtaking of trucks and heavy vehicles. Madrid, the capital of Spain, woke up to scenes of winter wonderland mixed with chaos; heavy snow and rain have rendered many roads impassable or requiring chains for safe passage. The situation is particularly dire in the province of Cádiz, which has reported the closure of 15 roads due to flooding. Key affected roads include: - A2101 from km 0 to 1 - A2202 at km 9 - CA3101 from km 0 to 5 - CA3102 from km 0 to 2 - CA3105 from km 0 to 1 - CA3113 from km 6 to 17 - CA4102 at km 2 to 4 - CA4107 from km 0 to 8 - CA5101 from km 2 to 12 - CA6101 from km 0 to 8 - CA6105 from km 0 to 15 - CA6200 at km 8 - CA8200 from km 6 to 8 - CA9120 at km 8 - CA9209 from km 0 to 4 The severe rain has prompted the black level warning on Cordoban bridges on routes CO4205 and CO4207. Other affected routes nationwide include: - MA8302 in Málaga from km 0 to 10 - LE5705 in León from km 1 to 3 - GI651 in Girona from km 5 to 8 - CC146 in Cáceres from km 3 to 4 - OU1107 in Ourense from km 2 to 4 Flooding is particularly affecting Badajoz, with route BA074 at a red alert level. Snow-related closures are also significant, with black-level warnings on: - A395 from km 32 to 39 and A4025 from km 0 to 7 in Sierra Nevada - AL5405 in Granada at km 24 to 28 - TE68 in Teruel from km 0 to 9 - ZP5404 in Zaragoza from km 7 - LN8 in Asturias from km 10 to 28 and access to Pico Villuercas via CC437 from km 0 to 11 In Castilla and León, roads like LE126 and DSA191 are closed due to heavy snowfall, with Navarra also reporting several closures. Use of chains has become mandatory on 27 different roads, especially notable on N260a and N330 in the vicinity of Candanchú. The yellow level status affects various other roads in Ávila as well. As the storm continues to develop, authorities urge travelers to remain cautious and stay informed about road conditions. The rigorous weather forecast indicates that the impacts of Storm Kristin will be felt for some time, making it essential for the public to take precautions and adhere to safety guidelines. Related Sources: • Source 1 • Source 2