The alert affects the provinces of Tarragona, Castellón, and Valencia, with warnings issued for Sunday afternoon through Monday, warning of possible floods and flash floods.

Residents along the northern coast of Castellón and Valencia received alerts starting from 8 p.m. on September 28, with further warnings at 4 a.m. on September 29, reflecting the imminent weather threat.

In response to the alert, authorities in Valencia announced the closure of schools, colleges, libraries, parks, markets, and cemeteries on September 29 to ensure public safety.

The city of Valencia has taken precautionary measures by closing public spaces and educational institutions to protect residents from the anticipated severe weather.

Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez called for maximum vigilance, urging the public to follow guidance from civil protection and emergency services amid the severe weather warnings.

Public anger over the government's response to the 2024 floods, which were caused by intense rainfall linked to a cold drop, has led to protests and demands for better early warning systems and disaster preparedness.

Criticism of the authorities' delayed warnings and inadequate emergency response during the 2024 floods has fueled ongoing protests and political disputes between regional and central governments.

In Valencia, residents received alerts on their phones about the severe weather, and authorities announced closures of schools, colleges, and public spaces on September 29 as a preventive measure.

Irish citizens in the region are advised to heed local authority instructions, with the Irish Embassy in Madrid offering contact details for consular assistance.

The October 2024 floods were triggered by torrential rains associated with a cold drop, exacerbated by climate change and urbanization, which contributed to the severity of the disaster.

Authorities issued warnings for maximum vigilance starting from 8 p.m. on September 28 along the northern coast of Castellón and from 4 a.m. on September 29 in Valencia, emphasizing the imminent risk.

In anticipation of the severe weather, Valencia's authorities announced closures of schools, colleges, libraries, parks, markets, and cemeteries for September 29, 2025.

Spain's Valencia region has been placed under a red alert for heavy rains by the national meteorological agency Aemet, due to concerns over potential flooding similar to the deadly floods of October 2024.