Wind gusts could reach speeds over 108 km/h in the northern part of Alt Empordà from tonight until Friday morning. The meteorological alert is at a danger level of 3 out of 6 tonight, which will decrease to 2 out of 6 during Friday morning. The forecast for exceeding the threshold extends until 8 AM tomorrow.
Regarding sea conditions, a heavy swell is expected with waves that could exceed 2.5 meters along the coast of Alt and Baix Empordà from this evening until tomorrow morning. The waves, predominantly from the north, may exceed the warning threshold tonight north of Cap de Creus and at Cap de Begur. Tomorrow, the impact will gradually decrease, concentrating on the Alt Empordà coast during the morning.
In light of this forecast, Civil Protection recommends taking self-protection measures at home. It is important to close and secure doors, windows, and awnings, as well as to lower blinds completely and secure them firmly if they are cord-operated.
Residents are also advised to remove flower pots and other objects from balconies, facades, and terraces that could be blown away by the wind and fall into the street, causing accidents. Similarly, it is recommended to collect clothes from clotheslines.
“"You can consult all self-protection advice for strong winds at https://interior.gencat.cat/ventades"
