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# Catalonia Suspends Classes Due to Storms
- URL: https://barna.news/catalonia-suspends-classes-due-to-storms/
- Published: 2026-09-09T09:08:07.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-09T09:08:07.000Z
- Description: Schools and universities in five regions near Barcelona close Wednesday amid warnings of intense rainfall and flooding.
- Author: Laia Serra
- Tags: education, Trending Now

## Classes Suspended in Five Comarcas

The Catalan government has suspended classes on Wednesday in the Baix Llobregat, Vallès Occidental, Alt Penedès, Baix Penedès and Garraf regions due to a forecast of intense storms. The decision affects all schools, institutes and universities, including the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), and marks the second day of the academic year, which began Tuesday amid a teachers’ strike. Residents in these areas are urged to avoid non-essential travel between 07:00 and 17:00, with teleworking advised where possible. The Interior Ministry, led by Núria Parlon, confirmed that an ES-Alert message will be sent to mobile phones in the affected regions to warn of the weather risks.

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## Widespread Disruptions and Safety Measures

In addition to education, the government has suspended non-urgent healthcare services, outdoor sports activities and all day centres for older people and those with disabilities. Emergency services are on high alert, with no injuries reported so far. Up to 100 litres of rain per square metre have been recorded in Baix Llobregat and Vallès Occidental. Meteorological models predict accumulations exceeding 80–100 mm in some areas, particularly along the central coast and pre-coastal zones. The storm front is expected to bring locally intense downpours, hail and, in some cases, violent weather phenomena.

> Take maximum precautions, avoid flood zones, and follow the recommendations of emergency services

, Salvador Illa, President of the Generalitat A yellow weather warning remains in place across Catalonia due to strong storms. Authorities have closed beaches in areas including Palafrugell and Begur, where 60–70 litres of rain fell per square metre within half an hour. Residents are advised to stay indoors and monitor official alerts.

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*Reported by eldiario.es, ARA, 112.ua.*

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