Extreme Heat Warning This Afternoon

Extreme Heat Warning This Afternoon. An amber weather warning has been issued by Spain’s national weather agency this afternoon as temperatures could exceed 40c on the Costa Del Sol.

Extreme Heat Warning This Afternoon

There is an amber weather warning in place for the Costa Del Sol this afternoon (18th August). Spain’s national weather agency (AEMET) has issued the alert for extreme heat as temperatures could exceed 40c. The weather warning is active between 1pm and 9pm. Tomorrow the temperature expected to dip to 32c with some patchy cloud. You can see the full forecast at www.global.fm/weather and click here for our tips to help you keep cool this summer.

High temperatures can potentially pose a risk to people, and pet owners are being reminded to provide shade and water for their animals. There is also an increased risk of fires which have been known to devastate areas of the Costa Del Sol.

Emergency services are on standby to deal with fires caused by the high temperatures.

Malaga Airport Delays

Adverse weather conditions can sometimes cause delays at Malaga airport. Check which flights are affected with our live flight tracker here.

Types Of Weather Warnings

Yellow: Be aware. Severe weather is possible over the next few days and could affect people in the concerned area. Yellow means that you should plan ahead thinking about possible travel delays, or the disruption of your day-to-day activities.

Amber: Be prepared. There is an increased likelihood of bad weather affecting people in the concerned area, which could potentially disrupt people’s plans and possibly cause travel delays, road and rail closures, interruption to power and the potential risk to life and property.

Red: Take action. Extreme weather is expected. Red means people in the concerned areas should take action now to keep themselves and others safe from the impact of the weather. Widespread damage, travel and power disruption and risk to life is likely.

Published: 18.08.2024

Written by Dave James