The Balearic Islands’ highest rainfall totals were recorded in Ibiza and Formentera, according to Spain’s national weather agency, Aemet, in its latest 24-hour report.
An ES-Alert emergency warning was issued again in Ibiza at around 10am on Monday, as the islands continued to deal with the impact of Storm Adam, a dana weather system bringing intense rainfall to the Balearics.
The Pityusic Islands of Ibiza and Formentera recorded up to 175 litres of rain per square metre (175mm) in 24 hours, according to figures published by Spain’s State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) for the period ending at 8am on Monday, 19 October.
Rainfall maps show that Ibiza and Formentera recorded the highest accumulations across the Balearic Islands, with additional readings of 125mm, 124mm, 106mm and 76mm.
The intense downpours have caused flooding, fallen trees and road closures, highlighting the severity of the weather episode affecting the islands.
Ibiza and Formentera Record the Heaviest Rainfall
Rainfall totals in Mallorca remained below those recorded in the Pityusic Islands.
In northern Mallorca and the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range, accumulated rainfall ranged from 7mm to 22mm, according to Aemet’s map. Readings across the island’s inland areas stood between 10mm and 26mm.
Higher totals were recorded in southern Mallorca and the Llevant region on the island’s east coast, where rainfall ranged from 24mm to 39mm. On the nearby island of Cabrera, the accumulated total reached 46mm.
Authorities Urge Residents and Visitors to Take Extra Care
Authorities are advising the public to avoid non-essential travel and follow instructions issued by emergency services as the effects of Storm Adam continue.
The 112 emergency services have stressed the importance of never crossing flooded areas or torrent channels, even on foot.
Residents and visitors in Ibiza, Formentera and the wider Balearic Islands are also urged to check official weather alerts and emergency updates through the relevant authorities’ communication channels.