Civil Protection Alarm Sound on the Costa Del Sol

Civil Protection Alarm sounds on the Costa Del Sol  Mobile phones sent out a weather alert for flooding and torrential downpours on the Costa Del Sol.

Civil Protection Alarm Sound on the Costa Del Sol

The Costa Del Sol has been notified by mobile phone of a civil protection alert.  This warning is for a level red weather alert, which means torrential rainfall and possible flooding.

The message will be transmitted at 2.50pm.  Civil Protection Alert: Red alert activated – In this situation: exercise extreme caution, avoid unnecessary travel. Avoid areas prone to flooding and obey traffic restrictions. Don’t carry out any activities in or around riverbeds. You should seek higher ground if you’re in an area that is prone to flooding. Consult the recommendations of 112 Extraordinary Risk – due to rain at: https://lajunta.es/5rolh In case of emergency, call 112 National Alert Network – EMA – Emergencies 112 Civil Protection Alert National Alert Network – EMA – Emergencies 112

The Spanish weather agency AEMET has issued a warning for 120mm of rain in 12 hours. Red weather warning in effect till midnight tonight (Sunday 4th January).   Red is the  most severe of the three warning levels.

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In some cases, adverse weather conditions can cause delays. Malaga Airport.  Check which flights are affected with our live flight tracker here.

Malaga Airport can be affected by severe weather conditions.

Weather Warnings: Types

Yellow: Be prepared. Weather conditions could be severe in the coming days, and this may affect those living near the affected area. Yellow indicates that you need to plan ahead for possible travel delays or disruptions of your daily activities.

Amber: Be prepared. Be prepared.

Red: Take action. Extreme weather can be expected. Red means the area is at risk and people should act now to ensure their safety and that of others. There is a high probability of widespread damage, power outages and travel disruptions.

Published: 03.01.2026

Written by Dave James.

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