Valencia Region on Red Alert: Carnival Parades and Football Matches Suspended

If you live in Castellón, Valencia or Alicante, this weekend’s plans may need rethinking. The Centro de Coordinación de Emergencias de la Generalitat Valenciana has raised the wind warning to red level in Castellón province, with gusts forecast to reach up to 140 km/h from the early hours of Friday February 13. Valencia and Alicante continue to be on orange alert. There are also coastal warnings in place.

The alert is issued with data from Aemet (Agencia Estatal de Meteorología) and shared via 112 Comunitat Valenciana, has already led to cancelled parades, suspended football matches and the closure of parks and public spaces. It is simple: wind at this strength could cause branches to fall, debris to fly and dangerous coastal conditions.

What does the warning mean on the ground? Which events are affected and what should residents of the Comunidad Valenciana do in the next few days?

Red alert in Castellón: What the warning actually means

In Spain, the highest level is a Red Weather Alert. It means that there is a high risk of injury or damage to property.

For Castellón, that translates into expected gusts of up to 140 km/h beginning early Friday. These are not just breezy conditions – they are strong enough to bring down trees, damage temporary structures and make driving hazardous.

Orange is the color for wind in Valencia and Alicante. It still represents a serious danger, especially near or in exposed areas. Coastal alerts are orange along the Castellón shoreline and yellow elsewhere in the region, reflecting rough sea conditions.

For example, someone living in central Valencia might experience strong gusts and falling debris, while a resident near the Castellón coast could face both extreme winds and dangerous sea swells.

Closures of public events and spaces in the Region

Already, the local authorities are being forced to take action by the weather.

The Chinese New Year Parade in Valencia, scheduled for the 14th of February, has been postponed. Also cancelled are the Ruzafa Carnival festivities scheduled for Saturday, 14 February.

The City Council has ordered the closure of parks and gardens, including the Jardín del Túria, and advised residents to avoid La Devesa. Officials suggest staying inside as much possible, locking windows and doors and avoiding unnecessary movements outdoors.

You can also find out more about the following: AlicanteThe carnival’s opening speech has been cancelled, as have the Friday night celebrations at Plaza del Carmen. The Castillo de Santa Bárbara has been closed, and school sports training sessions have been cancelled. The Saturday market and school sport activities have also been cancelled.

Meanwhile, the Federación de Fútbol de la Comunidad Valenciana (FFCV) has confirmed the suspension of all matches scheduled for Saturday under its management, including Tercera RFEF competitions and youth leagues.

The differences between provinces

The risk levels are not equal across the Comunidad Valenciana.

Castellón is under red alertWind is the most dangerous element. Valencia and Alicante continue to be on orange alert. It still means potentially dangerous conditions, but with a lower intensity.

That means a family in Castellón could face stronger gusts and higher likelihood of structural disruption than someone in southern Alicante. Both areas are warned to take precautions.

Coastline areas need to be treated with caution. Even if the winds are manageable inland, the sea conditions along promenades or beaches can rapidly deteriorate.

What to Do if Conditions Escalate

The authorities recommend that you update your 112 CV. Aemet Weekends are packed with fun.

If the winds intensify

– Stay indoors during peak gusts.
– Secure balconies and remove loose outdoor items.
– Avoid driving across exposed bridges or viaducts.
– Keep away from coastal paths and seafronts.

If you were planning to attend a Saturday afternoon outdoor event in Valencia, it is best to check the council’s announcements before heading into the centre of town.

Weekend Timeline at a Glance

Early Friday: Red alert begins in Castellón.
Friday evening, all carnival events in Alicante are suspended.
Saturday: Markets, parades and football games cancelled in the entire region
Coastal Alerts continue to operate, depending on weather conditions.

The system’s development over the weekend will determine the next update.

Precautionary measures

Local councils are taking a proactive approach to prevent incidents rather than wait for them to happen. Wind gusts of up to 140 km/h can cause injury through falling objects or unstable temporary structures.

It is better to cancel large gatherings early on than risk emergency intervention later. Although it may be disruptive for sports clubs and carnival organisers, taking early action can limit exposure in peak conditions.

What it means for residents of the Comunidad Valenciana

If you live in Castellón, Valencia or Alicante, this weekend is one to approach cautiously. Postponing outdoor plans or visiting the coast may be necessary.

112 Comunitat Valenciana (Aemet) and the key message is: Stay informed, reduce unnecessary movement and put safety first until alert levels have been reduced.