Heavy rains in Pacs del Penedès activate INUNCAT Plan on alert

The Llitrà River has overflowed in several parts of the municipality, forcing the closure of passages and urging caution from citizens.

Generic image of heavy rain in Catalonia with an overflowing river.
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Generic image of heavy rain in Catalonia with an overflowing river.

Heavy rains recorded this Tuesday, September 29, in Pacs del Penedès have activated the INUNCAT Plan on alert, causing the Llitrà River to overflow.

The Town Council of Pacs del Penedès has reported the situation following the accumulated rainfall during the day. The Llitrà River, as it passes through the municipality, has a very high flow rate.
In the Salzereda area, at the La Xarmada Industrial Estate, at the Pont de Sant Joan crossing, and in the Barri Rectoria, the river has overflowed its usual course. This circumstance has forced the provisional closure of these passages to ensure public safety.
Given this situation, citizens are advised to exercise extreme caution. It is requested to avoid unnecessary travel in areas near the river and to respect the signage and instructions from municipal and emergency services.
The Town Council will continue to monitor the evolving situation and will provide timely updates through its official channels.
Based on information from the official source: Ajuntament de Pacs del Penedès (29/09/2026)