Rough seas alert activated

Given the situation on the coast, the City Council activated the alert stage of the basic municipal plan for rough seas on Wednesday, 21 January. People are reminded that the breakwaters at the beach are out of bounds and it is prohibited to enter the water while the red flag is flying, currently the case at all beaches.
Alerta! Mal estat de la mar

19/01/2026 11:34 h

During rough seas:

  • It is prohibited to access the beaches and the breakwaters.
  • It is also prohibited to enter the water when the red flag is flying, current the case at all beaches.

For full safety recommendations check the Barcelona Fire Service website.

UPDATE 21/01: With the improvement of conditions, the Municipal Action Plan is downgraded to the alert phase.

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