Andalucia, Spain – Storm Leonardo unleashed severe flooding across Malaga and Cadiz provinces on February 4, 2026, forcing residents from their homes as waters rose through streets and low-lying areas.

In Cortes de la Frontera, Guardia Civil officers guided families to safety, wading through murky brown floodwaters as vehicles became partially submerged. Flashing emergency lights marked the ongoing evacuation efforts.

In Jerez de la Frontera, specialized units patrolled rural zones to secure property, check on stranded people and livestock, and coordinate with other emergency services to prevent further harm.

The flooding followed days of heavy rain on already saturated soil. AEMET issued red alerts for extraordinary rainfall, with more than 150 mm in some locations. Rivers including the Guadalete, Guadiaro, Genil, and Darro neared extreme levels, prompting precautionary evacuations of roughly 3,000–3,500 people. Roads closed, schools suspended classes, and military emergency units assisted with rescues and drainage.

The Guardia Civil’s swift action highlighted the organized and humane response needed to protect lives and property amid the storm’s fury.

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