The director of the Meteorological Service of Catalonia, Sarai Sarroca, warned that this is the most significant wind event in 15 years. Gusts exceeded 100 km/h in areas like Montserrat, causing major disruptions to Rodalies trains.
“"The windstorm is top-tier, and today is just the first course."
Hospitals in Manresa, Berga, and Igualada have moved to phone consultations for non-emergencies. Civil Protection urges citizens to avoid travel as a second peak is expected this Saturday.
