Spain, Portugal brace for new storm after floods kill 2, displace 11,000

Al Jazeera EnvironmentalNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesFebruary 7, 2026 at 02:30 PM

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Spain and Portugal are preparing for Storm Marta in February 2026, following deadly floods from Storm Leonardo that killed two and displaced over 11,000. Portugal mobilized over 26,500 rescuers and postponed presidential elections in three municipalities due to the impending severe weather. Both countries issued warnings for further flooding, with saturated ground increasing the risk of landslides. Spain placed southern and northwestern regions on orange alert for heavy rain and storms, while other regions also received warnings. Travel is limited due to road closures and suspended rail services.

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Mario Silvestre described the forecast as “extremely worrying”.

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Three municipalities in Portugal postponed Sunday’s presidential vote until next week due to severe weather.

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Authorities in Portugal mobilised more than 26,500 rescuers as Storm Marta approached.

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More than 11,000 residents were forced to evacuate their homes due to Storm Leonardo.

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Storm Leonardo’s deadly floods killed at least two people — one in Portugal and one in Spain.

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Murcia ×270% Galicia 80% Storm Leonardo ×290% Castilla-La Leon ×290% Andalusia ×3100% Portugal ×4100% Storm Marta ×3100% Spain ×5100%

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floods 100% portugal 90% spain 90% heavy rain 80% storm marta 80% storm leonardo 70% displaced residents 70% weather warnings 60% severe weather 60% landslides 50%

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Spain

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