• The Spanish Ministry of the Interior has issued warnings regarding heavy rain and strong winds for eight autonomous communities, primarily in the northwest of the Iberian Peninsula, due to the approaching Storm Kirk.
• Storm Kirk is moving eastward and is expected to affect the coastal areas of Galicia and regions near the Bay of Biscay.
• Those currently in Spain are advised to stay informed about the latest weather updates and ensure their safety.
1. The Spanish Ministry of the Interior has issued warnings in response to the approaching Storm Kirk.
2. Hurricane Kirk, located in the central North Atlantic, is moving northeast and is expected to lose its tropical characteristics, becoming a storm with strong winds. On Tuesday, October 8, warnings for heavy rain and strong winds have been issued for Asturias, Balearic Islands, Cantabria, Castilla y León, Catalonia, Galicia, Basque Country, and Andalusia.
3. On Wednesday, October 9, the storm is expected to expand in the Cantabria region, with heavy rain and strong winds forecasted in western Galicia and the western mountainous areas.
4. The Spanish Ministry of the Interior recommends that individuals stay updated on the latest information, as changes in such weather conditions can be difficult to predict.
(Reference) Spanish Ministry of the Interior webpage: Ministry of the Interior – Civil Protection and Emergencies
5. Therefore, those staying in Spain are encouraged to gather the latest weather information from the websites below, check their emergency preparedness, and ensure their safety. Additionally, if travel or outdoor activities are necessary, carefully consider weather and traffic conditions.
• Civil Protection and Emergency Alerts Map: Civil Protection Alerts Map
• Spanish Meteorological Agency (AEMET) Website: AEMET Weather Forecast
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