Lorraine Williamson
Storm Leonardo is now causing power cuts in Spain across Andalucía, leaving around 4,000 people without electricity in 53 localities as river levels surge and emergency services warn of fast-changing flood risk.
Live reporting says 19 rivers are on red alert, with authorities urging residents to avoid riverbeds, flood-prone roads and unnecessary travel, particularly in higher-risk inland areas where rainfall totals are climbing fastest.
Leonardo power cuts in Spain: where the outages are hitting
Power supply problems have been reported across multiple affected zones as the storm damages lines and makes access difficult for repair crews. In earlier impacts from Leonardo, Endesa reported infrastructure damage, including broken conductors and towers, a sign of how quickly severe weather can knock out supply in exposed areas.
Rivers on red alert and travel disruption
The flood risk is being driven by intense rainfall over catchments, where water runs quickly into streams and rivers. Local reporting in Málaga province highlights closures, landslides and disruption on key routes as conditions worsen inland.
RTVE has also tracked widespread road disruption across Andalucía linked to flooding and severe weather, with official advice to check real-time updates before setting off.
Check official alerts
If you’re in an affected area, the practical message is simple: don’t assume you’re safe because the coast looks calm. Rivers can rise suddenly after heavy bursts of rain inland, and power restoration can take longer when access roads are cut. Keep an eye on official alerts, avoid underpasses and river crossings, and delay non-essential trips.
As the storm continues, Leonardo’s power cuts in Spain and river alerts could expand, particularly if rainfall persists into tonight.
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