Severe flooding hits central Spain as major river overflows after violent storm

Emergency services in central Spain battle severe flooding as the Duero River reached historic levels following days of relentless winter storms. The city of Aranda de Duero has activated its emergency plan as both the Duero and Arandilla rivers have flooded their banks, inundating urban parks and promenades, triggering emergency evacuations.

Spain has experienced a series of intense storms throughout February 2026 that brought heavy precipitation, severe flooding, evacuation orders, and strong winds affecting large parts of the country. These conditions have continued into mid-February with ongoing alerts and emergency operations.