Guadalajara in emergency due to torrential rains: over 180 incidents reported.

The torrential rains that have struck the province of Guadalajara in recent hours have unleashed a series of unprecedented incidents, with over 180 reports in less than 24 hours. The regional government, in response to the severity of the situation, activated the Specific Plan for Risk from Adverse Meteorological Phenomena of Castilla-La Mancha, known as Meteocam, initially at alert phase, and later elevated it to emergency phase level 1. This decision was made in response to the unfavorable evolution of meteorological conditions affecting the region. Incident reports began to be recorded from Friday afternoon, when the first four cases were reported. However, the number of emergencies surged between 10:00 PM and midnight, reaching the alarming figure of 124 incidents. The early hours of Saturday also showed a worrying trend, with an additional 37 incidents, bringing the total to 179 so far, mainly related to flooding and obstructions on the roads. According to the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), yellow alerts remain in place in the province, anticipating rainfall of up to 15 millimeters, as well as storms with the possibility of hail and strong gusts of wind. The alert is expected to last until Saturday afternoon, suggesting that the region could face further complications in the coming hours. The Guadalajara Provincial Council has reacted quickly, mobilizing all available resources to address the multiple incidents. Firefighters from the three CEIS parks, along with brigades from Regional Centers and Roads, have been on standby and ready to act. The most critical interventions have been concentrated in Molina de Aragón, where emergency services have worked tirelessly throughout Saturday morning. The first significant intervention occurred on the GU-964 road, where the overflow of a stream caused flooding and blockage of the roadway. Firefighters managed to clear the road, allowing traffic to resume effectively. This incident marked the beginning of a series of rescue and cleanup efforts that have extended throughout the province. During the early hours of Saturday, firefighters faced the task of pumping water out of garages and boiler rooms in several homes in Molina de Aragón, in addition to dealing with a fallen tree that obstructed traffic on the N-211 road. These actions were essential to ensure the safety of citizens and mobility in the area. To optimize efforts, suction trucks and tankers for washing have also been mobilized, as well as pumping equipment. In cooperation with the Molina de Aragón Town Hall, extensive cleaning of mud and debris that hindered transit has been carried out, as well as the cleaning of sanitation and sewage pipes. The operation has been reinforced by a team for urgent repairs that has worked throughout the weekend to address various incidents in different areas of the province. This joint effort has allowed emergency services to manage the crisis more effectively and swiftly. Meanwhile, workers from the Provincial Council have also intervened on various roads in the provincial network, performing cleaning tasks to remove dirt and debris that had been displaced by the rains. This activity is crucial to maintain transportation infrastructure in appropriate conditions and prevent future accidents. The situation in Guadalajara continues to be closely monitored by the authorities, who are on constant alert for the possibility of new rains. Citizens are urged to stay informed and follow the safety recommendations issued by the competent authorities. The collaboration and rapid response of emergency services will be crucial in the coming days to ensure the safety of the population and the recovery of normalcy in the region.