Spain travel advisories

Caution regarding protests and other activities related to the situation in the Middle East

Oct. 5, 2024, midnight wide area information

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Storm warning issued

Nov. 16, 2024, 1:16 a.m.

●カナリア州政府ＨＰ
https://www3.gobiernodecanarias.org/noticias/el-gobierno-de-canarias-declara-la-prealerta-por-lluvias-y-tormentas-en-todas-las-islas/
●在ラスパルマス領事事務所
Calle Triana, 120, 3rd Floor Left, 35002 - Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
TEL: (+34) 928-244012
URL：http://www.es.emb-japan.go.jp/japones/laspa/index.html

Warning about bad weather

Nov. 13, 2024, 4:21 a.m.

1. The Spanish Ministry of the Interior has maintained its severe weather warning since yesterday, the 11th.

2. On Wednesday the 13th, warnings of heavy rain, thunder, heavy snow and strong winds along the coast have been issued for the following 10 autonomous regions, including the Balearic Region, Catalonia and Valencia. In addition, heavy rain is expected to continue along the Mediterranean coast, with the possibility of very heavy rain in some areas.

Andalusia, Asturias, Balearic Region, Cantabria, Castile and Leon, Catalonia, Extremadura, Galicia, Murcia, Valencia

3. On the following day, Thursday the 14th, the low pressure system is expected to move towards western Andalusia, causing heavy rainfall in the coastal areas of Valencia and Malaga, western Andalusia and around the Strait of Gibraltar.

4. The Spanish Ministry of the Interior recommends the following measures to take in the event of bad weather:
(1) Prepare for heavy rain and storms: If you are driving, slow down, move carefully, and do not stop in areas where there may be a large amount of water flowing.
If you need to travel, try to stay on major roads and expressways where possible.
In the event of a sudden storm or heavy rain, be careful where you park your car. A sudden rise in water levels can damage vehicles parked in flood-prone areas, as well as sweeping your vehicle away and causing damage to other people's property, or disrupting the natural flow of water.
If heavy rain starts falling, assume there is a risk of flooding. Do not drive or walk through flooded areas because you do not know what is below the water level. Instead, find the highest point near your location. Do not try to rescue your car from floodwaters.
If you are in a rural area, stay away from rivers, streams, hills and low-lying slopes and avoid wading through flooded shallow water. Head to the highest point in the area.
If you are caught in a thunderstorm, avoid running and stay on high ground such as hilltops, ridges, and watersheds. Do not seek shelter under trees and stay away from wire fences and metal objects.

(2) Measures against strong winds and coastal winds: Secure doors, windows, and all objects that may fall onto public roads, and avoid roof decorations, trees, walls, buildings under construction, cranes, and other objects that may collapse. Also, do not climb scaffolding that is not adequately protected.
・If you are driving, be particularly careful when going through tunnels, overtaking, or crossing large vehicles on two-way roads. Be aware of obstacles on the road.
If you are near the ocean, stay away from beaches and other low-lying areas that may be affected by storm surges and swells caused by strong winds, and do not park your car in a place where it may be affected by waves. In these conditions, the ocean may be in abnormal conditions and if you are near the ocean, you may be swept away by the waves. Do not risk your life by going near large waves.

5. The Spanish Ministry of the Interior also advises people to check regularly for the latest updates as weather events of this nature are difficult to predict.

(Reference) Spanish Ministry of the Interior website
https://www.interior.gob.es/opencms/es/detalle/articulo/Proteccion-Civil-y-Emergencias-mantiene-la-alerta-por-fuertes-precipitaciones-en-zonas-del-Mediterraneo-y-Andalucia/

6. Therefore, all those staying in Spain should make an effort to collect the latest weather information from the websites below, check their emergency preparedness, and ensure their safety. In addition, if you need to travel or go out, please check the weather and traffic conditions thoroughly and carefully consider whether or not to do so.

○ Alert map from the Spanish Ministry of the Interior's Civil Protection and Emergency Services
https://ran-vmap.proteccioncivil.es/
Spanish Meteorological Agency (AEMET) website
http://www.aemet.es/es/eltiempo/prediccion/avisos?w=hoy

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[Contact Information]
Consulate-General of Japan in Barcelona Address: Avda. Diagonal, 640, 2a Planta D, 08017, Barcelona
Phone number: +(34)93-280-3433
FAX number: +(34)93-280-4496/93-204-5439 (direct to the Consular Section)
Homepage:
http://www.barcelona.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
○ Embassy of Japan in Spain Telephone: +(34)-91-590-7600 (Main line), +(34)-91-590-7614 (Consular Section direct line)
Homepage:
https://www.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
○Consular Office of Japan in Las Palmas Tel: +(34)-928-244-012
Homepage:
https://www.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/00_000042.html

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Warning about bad weather

Nov. 13, 2024, 3:01 a.m.

1. The Spanish Ministry of the Interior has maintained its severe weather warning since yesterday (Tuesday 11th).

2. On Wednesday, November 13th, warnings of heavy rain, thunder, heavy snow, and strong winds along the coast have been issued for the following 10 autonomous regions. In addition, heavy rain is expected to continue along the Mediterranean coast, with very heavy rain possible in some areas.

Andalusia, Asturias, Balearic Region, Cantabria, Castile and Leon, Catalonia, Extremadura, Galicia, Murcia, Valencia

3. On Thursday, November 14, a low pressure system is expected to move towards western Andalusia. Heavy rains are expected in the coastal areas of Valencia and Malaga, western Andalusia and around the Strait of Gibraltar.

4. The Spanish Ministry of the Interior recommends the following precautions to take in case of bad weather:
(1) Prepare for heavy rain and storms: If you are driving, slow down, move carefully, and do not stop in areas where there may be a large amount of water flowing.
If you need to travel, try to stay on major roads and expressways where possible.
In the event of a sudden storm or heavy rain, be careful where you park your car. A sudden rise in water levels can damage vehicles parked in flood-prone areas, as well as swept away your vehicle and cause damage to other people's property or disrupt the natural flow of water.
If heavy rain starts falling, assume there is a risk of flooding. Do not drive or walk through flooded areas because you do not know what is below the water level. Instead, find the highest point near your location. Do not try to rescue your car from floodwaters.
If you are in a rural area, stay away from rivers, streams, hills and low-lying slopes and avoid wading through flooded shallow water. Head to the highest point in the area.
If you are caught in a thunderstorm, avoid running and stay on high ground such as hilltops, ridges, and watersheds. Do not seek shelter under trees and stay away from wire fences and metal objects.

(2) Measures against strong winds and coastal winds: Secure all doors, windows, and objects that may fall onto public roads, and avoid cornices, trees, walls, buildings under construction, cranes, and other objects that may collapse. Also, do not climb scaffolding that does not have sufficient protective measures.
・If you are driving, be especially careful when going through tunnels, overtaking, or crossing large vehicles on two-way roads. Be aware of obstacles on the road.
If you are near the ocean, stay away from beaches and other low-lying areas that may be affected by storm surges and swells caused by strong winds.
- Do not park your car in a place that may be affected by waves.
- In such conditions, the sea will be in abnormal conditions and if you are near the sea, you may be swept away by the waves.
- Don't risk your life in front of the spectacular sight of big waves.

5. The Spanish Ministry of the Interior also advises people to check regularly for the latest updates as weather events of this nature are difficult to predict.

(Reference) Spanish Ministry of the Interior website
https://www.interior.gob.es/opencms/es/detalle/articulo/Proteccion-Civil-y-Emergencias-mantiene-la-alerta-por-fuertes-precipitaciones-en-zonas-del-Mediterraneo-y-Andalucia/

6. Therefore, all those staying in Spain should make an effort to collect the latest weather information from the websites below, check their emergency preparedness, and ensure their safety. In addition, if you need to travel or go out, please check the weather and traffic conditions thoroughly and carefully consider whether or not to do so.

○ Alert map from the Spanish Ministry of the Interior's Civil Protection and Emergency Services
https://ran-vmap.proteccioncivil.es/
Spanish Meteorological Agency (AEMET) website
http://www.aemet.es/es/eltiempo/prediccion/avisos?w=hoy

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Embassy of Japan in Spain
Phone: +(34)91-590-7600 (main)
Website: https://www.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

Consular Office of Japan in Las Palmas
Phone: +(34)928-244-012
Website: https://www.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/00_000042.html

Consulate General of Japan in Barcelona
Phone: +(34)93-280-3433
Website: http://www.barcelona.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Website: https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_161.html

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Warning about bad weather

Nov. 12, 2024, 2:16 a.m.

The Spanish Ministry of the Interior has issued a warning of heavy rains expected in the Balearic Islands and along the Mediterranean coast from November 12th (Tuesday) to 16th (Saturday).

2. Heavy rainfall warnings have been issued for the Balearic Islands, Catalonia, Valencia and Aragon since Tuesday, November 12. Rainfall (and snowfall in mountainous areas) is expected over most of the Iberian Peninsula.

3. The Spanish Ministry of the Interior advises that weather events of this nature are difficult to predict and advises people to check regularly for the latest updates.

(Reference) Spanish Ministry of the Interior website
https://www.interior.gob.es/opencms/es/detalle/articulo/Proteccion-Civil-y-Emergencias-alerta-por-precipitaciones-abundantes-en-Baleares-y-litorales-mediterraneos/

4. Therefore, all those staying in Spain should make an effort to collect the latest weather information from the websites below, check their emergency preparedness, and ensure their safety. In addition, if you need to travel or go out, please check the weather and traffic conditions thoroughly and carefully consider whether or not to do so.

○ Alert map from the Spanish Ministry of the Interior's Civil Protection and Emergency Services
https://ran-vmap.proteccioncivil.es/
Spanish Meteorological Agency (AEMET) website
http://www.aemet.es/es/eltiempo/prediccion/avisos?w=hoy

This email is automatically sent to the email address registered on your residence notification and Tabi-Regi.

Embassy of Japan in Spain
Phone: +(34)91-590-7600 (main)
Website: https://www.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

Consular Office of Japan in Las Palmas
Phone: +(34)928-244-012
Website: https://www.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/00_000042.html

Consulate General of Japan in Barcelona
Phone: +(34)93-280-3433
Website: http://www.barcelona.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Website: https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_161.html

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Caution regarding bad weather

Nov. 4, 2024, 6:01 p.m.

According to the Spanish Meteorological Agency on the morning of the 14th, an orange (second highest of four levels) warning of heavy rain has been issued for the Valencian region as well as the coastal region of Catalonia.
2. For those staying in Spain, please make an effort to collect the latest weather information from the websites below, etc., and if you need to travel or go out, please thoroughly check the weather and traffic conditions, etc., and carefully consider whether or not to travel. In addition, there is a risk of landslides and flooding of underpasses (underground crossings of railways and roads) due to prolonged rainfall, so please be careful and ensure your safety.
3. If you are caught up in a disaster, please make efforts to ensure your safety by following the warnings and instructions issued by local authorities, and contact your family members in Japan and the Consulate-General of Japan to inform them of your safety.

○ Alert map from the Spanish Ministry of the Interior's Civil Protection and Emergency Services
https://ran-vmap.proteccioncivil.es/
Spanish Meteorological Agency (AEMET) website
http://www.aemet.es/es/eltiempo/prediccion/avisos?w=hoy

This email is automatically sent to the email address provided in your residence notification and the email address registered with Tabi-Regi. This address is for sending only.

[Contact Information]
Consulate-General of Japan in Barcelona Address: Avda. Diagonal, 640, 2a Planta D, 08017, Barcelona
Phone number: +(34)93-280-3433
FAX number: +(34)93-280-4496/93-204-5439 (direct to the Consular Section)
Homepage:
http://www.barcelona.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
○ Embassy of Japan in Spain Telephone: +(34)-91-590-7600 (Main line), +(34)-91-590-7614 (Consular Section direct line)
Homepage:
https://www.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
○Consular Office of Japan in Las Palmas Tel: +(34)-928-244-012
Homepage:
https://www.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/00_000042.html

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