# Red Alert in Valencia Province! Weather turning seriously challenging! **URL:** \ **Category:** Sitter Questions, Advice & Chat\ **Created:** [1 October 2026 10:31 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293 "2026-10-01T10:31:21Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 17\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Highfive](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/forum.trustedhousesitters.com/highfive/32/30778_2.png) [@Highfive](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/Highfive)\ **Post date:** [1 October 2026 10:31 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/1 "2026-10-01T10:31:21Z")
So my phone has just buzzed an alert from the area. Heavy rain and high winds are imminent in the region. Schools will be closed the next two days,along with parks, cemeteries and other public places. People are advised to keep off the streets and stay home in Valencia Province among others neighbouring. A cold front is meeting very warm temperatures here (27 )both on the coast and the warm Mediterranean Sea.. we have had this phenomenon before with very serious consequences: loss of lives and flooded areas causing blockages and erosion damage. Thr last occasion was scandalous as the public weren’t warned in sufficient time. Now alerts are on tv, radio and individual phones. We have already done a big walk as we may be restricted to the garden for a while. The storm forecast is possibly to last for 5 days! ![IMG_0169](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/5/7/5707bb62bfd47c92189f501d49b958076f21a938.jpeg) ![IMG_0153](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/8/6/86040ee5f783f56d5b8705355247bacd7004897d.jpeg) ![IMG_0152](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/e/d/edb68261eaa0e174102b5d497a36f8e453bf460b.jpeg) ![IMG_0170](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/a/b/ab107337e1931c4f19564e0fa250c5ae50741f7a.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Jenny](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/forum.trustedhousesitters.com/jenny/32/43703_2.png) [@Jenny](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/Jenny)\ **Post date:** [1 October 2026 10:50 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/2 "2026-10-01T10:50:14Z")
Stay safe @Highfive - and please keep us updated on how you are. I hope the weather is less impactful for everyone than expected. I’ve added the location of the alert to the title of your discussion, and moved the discussion to “meet ups and travel” just in case anyone else is in the area. Do you have any special plans in place while this alert is in place? It sounds like a big walk was a good idea while you had the opportunity. ---
**Author:** ![Highfive](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/forum.trustedhousesitters.com/highfive/32/30778_2.png) [@Highfive](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/Highfive)\ **Post date:** [1 October 2026 10:57 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/3 "2026-10-01T10:57:56Z")
For me the big needs are Food and home comforts!! Shopping will last me till the owners return in 5 days time, the dog has food and treats(!) We have done a lot of uphill walking so a day off from that will be fine. The owners have a detailed welcome guide file with names and phone numbers of neighbours so I’m happy sitting tight. It’s times like these I worry more about the homeless: the rains could last through the night too. The local church is aware of local needs and a support system is in place for homeless and hungry in the area. It’s a time for counting one’s blessings. Thanks for your message Jenny. Friends are everything at times like these. ---
**Author:** ![temba](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/839c29/32.png) [@temba](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/temba)\ **Post date:** [1 October 2026 11:36 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/4 "2026-10-01T11:36:06Z")
Stay safe @Highfive. Sounds like you’re well prepared and have backup if needed, providing they can reach you. Hope your dog is not frightened in this. ---
**Author:** ![Highfive](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/forum.trustedhousesitters.com/highfive/32/30778_2.png) [@Highfive](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/Highfive)\ **Post date:** [1 October 2026 12:16 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/5 "2026-10-01T12:16:05Z")
Thanks so much for the encouragement@ temba. I’ve been in situations like this and although the Home Owners are very thorough and experienced in providing a detailed Welcome Guide, I did ask for the key to operate the electric gates should there be a power cut . This happened to me before so I was ready for the possibility. On that occasion the owners were also in Kenya and on safari.. so difficult to get hold of by internet. It all worked out and I got a great review too. Stepping up to unexpected emergencies is all part of this challenging “ holiday opportunity “ lol. ---
**Author:** ![Maggie8K](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/ac91a4/32.png) [@Maggie8K](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/Maggie8K)\ **Post date:** [1 October 2026 12:34 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/6 "2026-10-01T12:34:05Z")
Stay safe, @Highfive. ---
**Author:** ![HappyDeb](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/5fc32e/32.png) [@HappyDeb](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/HappyDeb)\ **Post date:** [1 October 2026 12:50 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/7 "2026-10-01T12:50:43Z")
We did a sit in Valencia earlier in that same year that the last really bad storm hit. I know it shouldn’t be as bad as then, but maybe get some tins of food in for the owners and extra water if they rely on bottled water, just in case. We’ll be down the coast in Alicante in November, but Valencia typically gets hit far worse. Keep safe, and let us all know what happens 💛 ---
**Author:** ![Highfive](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/forum.trustedhousesitters.com/highfive/32/30778_2.png) [@Highfive](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/Highfive)\ **Post date:** [1 October 2026 12:57 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/8 "2026-10-01T12:57:23Z")
Thanks Maggie8K. This sit seemed like paradise when I arrived ! Well it’s autumn and the rains are needed for sure. The problem is intensity and distribution.. some places cannot cope with large quantities all at once. I lived in the United Arab Emirates for 6 years and the roads and schools didn’t have good drainage so schools closed for rain days ; something unlikely in UK! Better not taking risks as situations can worsen so quickly. There has already been coverage of flooding near Barcelona. It’s called the cold drop here La gota fria, where hot air meets a cold front and moisture is absorbed quickly then dropped in heavy sustained rainfall. We have no control of when or where in such circumstances.. scary times. ---
**Author:** ![Maggie8K](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/ac91a4/32.png) [@Maggie8K](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/Maggie8K)\ **Post date:** [1 October 2026 13:00 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/9 "2026-10-01T13:00:06Z")
Sounds ugly. The hosts are lucky that you’re experienced and can problem-solve as needed. ---
**Author:** ![Smiley](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/forum.trustedhousesitters.com/smiley/32/86_2.png) [@Smiley](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/Smiley)\ **Post date:** [1 October 2026 16:09 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/10 "2026-10-01T16:09:30Z")
I hope it’s not as bad as predicted, and yes it was awful last time. You are sensible. Keep yourselves safe and I hope it passes soon without the loss of lives like the last time ---
**Author:** ![Debbie](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/forum.trustedhousesitters.com/debbie/32/1425_2.png) [@Debbie](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/Debbie)\ **Post date:** [1 October 2026 17:28 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/11 "2026-10-01T17:28:58Z")
Stay safe @Highfive and I hope the weather is kinder than forecast. It’s a great idea to be prepared by asking for the key for the electric gates in case of a power cut. We have done a few sits with electric gates and always make sure we know what to do in case of a power cut. One sit has an alternative, slightly off road but manageable alternative access / exit. At another, the gates managed to close in the wrong order one day when one became stuck on gravel and then freed itself. It then couldn’t reopen as the first gate to open was stuck behind the one that opens second. Younger son had to enter the garden by a more adventurous route to get the tool from the house to unlatch the gates from the mechanism so that they could be opened manually. These experiences definitely help you be prepared! ---
**Author:** ![Highfive](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/forum.trustedhousesitters.com/highfive/32/30778_2.png) [@Highfive](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/Highfive)\ **Post date:** [3 October 2026 11:25 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/12 "2026-10-03T11:25:24Z")
Thanks everyone on your encouraging support. The night passed well. Thunder and lightning but not a lot of rain here. It hasn’t been straightforward for some other areas and I was asked to report back so I leave some details here. ![IMG_2269](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/5/0/50d748b26714a16575a97ee666ec308ce3d7caad.jpeg) ![IMG_2268](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/3/c/3ce7e85284e2f714d7900bc0518e19ac007f6bc6.jpeg) ![IMG_2274](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/f/3/f3112c7d6efc087dfd33fc6b357ce5822eb6ddda.jpeg) ![IMG_2273](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/4/6/4653840652e4e43bde2e20074ba5864364648fec.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Highfive](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/forum.trustedhousesitters.com/highfive/32/30778_2.png) [@Highfive](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/Highfive)\ **Post date:** [18 October 2026 03:43 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/13 "2026-10-18T03:43:43Z")
I think I’m being followed by … not a moon shadow , more of a storm stalker! It’s another week in Javea on the Eastern coast of Spain and yes it’s going to be wet walking the pets! ![IMG_2576](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/e/6/e665ceeddae8819f5a7dee4f1b595f732ff92a14.jpeg) Luckily we have had lots of warming with more phone alerts and time to stock up on food and drink. Books and tv are the order of the day! I was woken by thunderclaps and lightning several times in the night whilst my hearing aids were recharging! It’s going to be a day in bed for the pets! ![IMG_2527](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/f/f/ffee17f5083603658fc778efbb13189b3f4df0a4.jpeg) ![IMG_2439](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/a/4/a47f97af570574a6423e46bc41369014617f0494.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Maggie8K](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/ac91a4/32.png) [@Maggie8K](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/Maggie8K)\ **Post date:** [18 October 2026 03:46 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/14 "2026-10-18T03:46:00Z")
Stay safe! ---
**Author:** ![Highfive](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/forum.trustedhousesitters.com/highfive/32/30778_2.png) [@Highfive](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/Highfive)\ **Post date:** [18 October 2026 08:18 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/15 "2026-10-18T08:18:43Z")
Thanks @Maggie8K ! Well a rough night with what was promised! - I know where the towels are for the pets ! - The dining room table was soaked from Water seeping in from above! “ Yes, it does that, when it rains heavily!” Ok! (Luckily it has a glass covering for just such an eventuality! ) The pets are reluctant to go out and, once back, head to the kitchen for a much anticipated treat! They are allowed 3 a day ! I will have to get the mop out! Ha ha! There is a maximum Alert from 10.00 am today till 10.00 am tomorrow. Parks and cemeteries and sports halls are closed during this time. Avoid travel and riverbeds. Seek higher ground if flooding occurs. ![IMG_2586](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/c/0/c0082949acf742d73cd84a0d6b58c05d30d92358.jpeg) ![IMG_2588](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/5/9/594b9063c68ba07b94f010bf784e2b441727c805.jpeg) ![IMG_2589](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/6/c/6c5e0c83421b4f632c83275fc164a63d5547d4ec.jpeg) ![IMG_2590](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/d/3/d35ff52e51975a9330d01b95f14bb63d295626f2.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Highfive](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/forum.trustedhousesitters.com/highfive/32/30778_2.png) [@Highfive](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/Highfive)\ **Post date:** [18 October 2026 17:39 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/16 "2026-10-18T17:39:36Z")
Storm directly overhead! Lots of precipitation and mopping required! Luckily thr dogs got out in a dry moment! Mopping is the order of the day here with ill - fitting windows and torrential rain. Not a good combination. Same weather in Mallorca where the Home Owners are at present. Not a day to be outside for sure or at sea. ![IMG_0812](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/d/7/d70067b213922cb010f62b93aff1ea9c0a9e9e40.jpeg) ![IMG_0807](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/4/3/432529ea619d4a28b5105b917dbf2b7d7e1715f8.jpeg) ![IMG_0804](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/2/9/29782a9aa7c46ac90f3a0232dc49368d62318b99.jpeg) ![IMG_0809](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/uploads/trustedhousesitters/original/3X/8/9/894d907dbdc4edac54118f1757eeed28be7cd7a1.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Maggie8K](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/ac91a4/32.png) [@Maggie8K](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/u/Maggie8K)\ **Post date:** [19 October 2026 11:37 UTC](https://forum.trustedhousesitters.com/t/red-alert-in-valencia-province-weather-turning-seriously-challenging/80293/17 "2026-10-19T11:37:46Z")
Those hosts are lucky to have you taking care of their pets and home, @Highfive. You’re taking everything in stride and have a great attitude. Hope your hosts are appreciating you.