Extreme Storms Pummel Spain, Airports Shut and Locals Evacuated

In the past few days, Spain has been hit by a series of extreme weather events, with severe storms battering the country's northeastern regions and the Balearic Islands. According to the latest reports, the city of Barcelona and surrounding areas have been particularly hard hit, with dramatic footage showing locals running for cover as the storms swept through.

The violent weather has caused major disruptions, with Barcelona's El Prat Airport forced to cancel at least 47 flights due to lightning strikes and high winds. Delays of up to 90 minutes were also being experienced at the airport as of the afternoon of November 6th, 2025. The situation was similarly dire in the Balearic Islands, where Palma de Mallorca airport suffered dozens of delays, and the island was nearly brought to a standstill due to the intense hail and rain.

Authorities have urged residents to take "extreme precautions" as the storms continue to rage across the region. Emergency services have been kept busy, with firefighters in Barcelona responding to dozens of call-outs, including rescuing people trapped in elevators due to power failures or flooding. The violent weather is expected to persist throughout the week, with several regions of Spain, including Andalucia, Galicia, Catalonia, and Aragon, remaining on high alert.