Overall Green Flood
in Spain

Event summary

Flood can have a low humanitarian impact based on the magnitude, exposed population and vulnerability.

GDACS ID FL 1104080
Death: 2
Displaced: 400
Countries: Spain
From - To 06 Aug - 22 Aug

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Catalonia Region, Spain, Mid- to Late August 2026Heavy rain from 20 August caused flooding in areas of the Catalonia Region of Spain. Strong winds and rough seas also caused damage at this time. Coastal flooding affected areas of Montsià, Tarragona Province, where around 30 vehicles became trapped. Further heavy rain from late on 21 August caused damage in areas of Tarragona Province, prompting evacuations. Several injuries were also reported.Mon 24 Aug 2026Provided by Copernicus EMS GloFAS
Detailed event map. European Union, 2026. Map produced by EC-JRC.
The boundaries and the names shown on this map do not imply official endorsement or acceptance by the European Union.

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