WILD weather warnings have left travellers in the lurch as torrential rain and flash flooding mark the closure of summer.
Spain has been battered by torrential rain and flash flooding, leaving Costa del Sol, Ibiza and Majorca under water, and it isn’t stopping any time soon.
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The Balearic region is facing particularly severe weather and continued warnings as extreme rainfall and strong wind measuring up to 62mph is enveloping the islands.
Widespread delays for flights going in and out of the Palma airport in Majorca have caused mayhem amongst waiting passengers.
Holidaymakers travelling from popular destinations including Palma, Barcelona, Granada, Ibiza, Paris and London Gatwick have been left stranded as flights continue to be delayed and cancelled.
Orange weather alerts have been issued across Spain with heavy rain expected to continue across the country.
Along with the wet weather, extreme temperature drops are also expected.
The Balearic government activated an emergency plan as an Atlantic front wreaks havoc.
The office is asking the public to “exercise extreme caution”.
A spokesperson assured the public “the situation is being monitored continuously and all necessary preventative measures are being coordinated”.
Other warnings have included emergency services urging locals to “avoid travelling by car unless absolutely necessary”.
“If you must drive, the … directorate general of the government asks you to moderate your speed, increase your safety distance and use motorways, dual carriageways and main roads,” a statement read.
“In case of low visibility, it is recommended to stop the vehicle and signal your position.”
People were also urged “not to enter flood-prone areas”.
“Even if there appears to be little water – even at low heights, vehicles float and can be easily swept away,” they said.
“If your car starts to float and is swept away, get out immediately.
“If that is not possible through the door, use the window.”
Motorists were told to “abandon vehicles and move to higher ground” if they enter a flood water area, as well as being urged to have fully charged phones and enough fuel in the vehicles.
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“Do not park on bridges, pavements or river mouths,” the statement concluded.
In Majorca, emergency services already recorded 48 incidents at 10am, with most affected areas being Palma, Calvià and Algaida.
Flooding to ground floors and public roads were the most reported incidents, alongside fallen trees and landslides.
The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) forecasted the bad weather to continue throughout Tuesday and into Wednesday morning.
Heavy rain and storms are expected, categorised as “very heavy” or “torrential”, with hailstorms “not being ruled out”.
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