(MENAFN) Spain’s national meteorological organization issued a red alert on Sunday due to intense rainfall expected in the eastern parts of the country.

As a precaution, officials announced that all schools and universities in Valencia would remain shut on Monday.

Aemet, the official weather service of Spain, released an "extraordinary danger" warning for the provinces of Tarragona, Castellon, and Valencia, covering Sunday night through Monday.

In response to the severe weather conditions, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez called on the public to strictly adhere to the instructions provided by civil defense and emergency services.

He emphasized the importance of staying safe and prepared during this critical time.

In addition to educational institutions, numerous public areas in Valencia—including libraries, recreational parks, and open-air markets—will also be closed on Monday to minimize risk.

Residents in Valencia received urgent notifications on their mobile phones Sunday afternoon, alerting them to potentially extreme rainfall levels between 250 to 300 mm.

Such heavy downpours may trigger sudden flooding and cause local rivers and streams to overflow.

The looming danger is especially concerning given recent history.

Just last year, devastating storms and flash floods claimed the lives of at least 232 people in eastern Spain, underscoring the destructive potential of such extreme weather events.

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