Orange alert

The northern Costa Blanca is on orange alert this weekend as gota fría downpours, which began on Thursday are threatening to cause serious problems until Sunday.

The arrival of a front of cold air from the Atlantic, which hit Alicante Province saw a sharp drop in temperatures. Heavy rain began on Wednesday night with forecasts saying that it would continue throughout the weekend with expected rain levels of 200 litres per square metre.

Regional officials have warned people to stay away from dry river beds and ravines and in the event of flooding, keep away from bridges. They also say to avoid using vehicles if possible and to use only main roads and motorways. They warn that people should not try to cross flooded areas and if they are trapped in a car, to remove the radio antenna and keep doors and windows closed.

If a severe storm occurs, people at home are advised to disconnect all electrical apparatus to protect them from power surges.

Local councils have been told to put their flood risk plans into operation, to remain alert to the changes in weather and to adopt preventative measures as and when they see fit.

Since the torrential rain on Thursday, it has remained mostly dry here in BIgastro. The wind has picked up though and is gusting to gale force.

Hoy
Mañana	Tarde	Noche
	15.4º/21.1º
Mañana
Mañana	Tarde	Noche
	14.1º/24.6º

The forecast for today

En la primera mitad del día se esperan tormentas. En la segunda mitad del día son probables los focos tormentosos.

and tomorrow

Por la mañana las precipitaciones estarán presentes en forma de chubascos. Por la tarde las precipitaciones estarán presentes en forma de chubascos moderados.