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Emergencies warns of an episode of rain, wind, coastal phenomena and falling temperatures

A cold air mass has moved in to our region from northern Europe, causing a general drop in temperatures. An episode of rain will be accompanied by coastal phenomena of wind and waves along the entire coast.

The rains will affect the entire province of Castellón, Valencia and the north of Alicante. They could be strong with records of 40 l/m2 and accumulated amounts of up to 120 l/m2 in 12 hours, especially in the north of Castellón, south of Valencia and north of Alicante. Along the entire coast there will be winds with gusts of 50 to 60 km/h.

Caution is advised as the rains that have fallen throughout the Region mean that the channels may become active more quickly than usual.

Please exercise caution on the road, avoid crossing fords and underpasses and follow the warnings given by the authorities during these days.

It is recommended that you pay special attention to culverts and underpasses of rivers and ravines and to areas close to the coastline.

Advice to the population

Try to stay informed about how the situation develops.
Remove vehicles from areas that may be flooded.
Stay away from riverbanks and ravines.
Follow the advice of the relevant authorities.
Never attempt to cross a ford, flooded area or underpass.

For more information you can also consult

1 1 2 CV website www.112cv.gva.es
Twitter @GVA112
The GVA 112 Alerts App (available on Google Play and App Store)

In the event of major incidents in your municipality, you must inform the Emergency Coordination Centre through the usual channels or via the emergency telephone number “1 1 2 Comunitat Valenciana”.

🌴 What’s On This Week – Costa Blanca

(Benidorm & surrounding areas)

Overview

This week across Benidorm, Altea, Albir, Finestrat, and La Nucía is mainly:

Weekly markets and street trading

Live music in bars and small venues

Early spring coastal tourism activity (boat trips, promenades)

Small cultural events and exhibitions

Gradual build-up toward May festivals in Benidorm

BENIDORM – Events and Activity

Markets and street life

Wednesday and Sunday main street markets (large general markets for clothing, food, and goods)
Old Town craft stalls operating in the evenings
Night markets becoming more active as tourist season builds

Cultural activity

Early preparations and signage for the Medieval Market coming soon in central Benidorm
Small pop-up performances in Old Town squares (musicians, street entertainment)

Nightlife and entertainment

Live music every night across the main strips (cover bands, tribute acts, karaoke)
DJ sets and bar entertainment increasing toward peak season
Rooftop bars and terrace venues reopening more consistently

Overall feel

Benidorm is in an active pre-summer phase with strong nightlife and steady tourist flow.

ALTEA – Cultural and coastal atmosphere

Old Town and culture
Art galleries and artisan shops open daily
Small exhibitions and cultural displays in local venues

Live music

Acoustic and low-key live music in bars around Old Town and seafront areas
Occasional weekend performances in Irish and cocktail bars

Sea activities

Boat trips operating from Altea harbour including:
Coastal cruises
Sunset sailing trips
Swimming stops depending on weather conditions

Overall feel

Quiet, scenic, and cultural with a strong focus on relaxation rather than nightlife.

ALBIR / ALFÀS DEL PI – Mixed expat and local activity

Markets

Friday weekly street market with food, clothing, and household goods
Nearby Sunday markets in Altea also attract visitors from the area

Live music

Regular pub and bar entertainment, especially in Irish and rock-themed venues
Weekly live bands and acoustic performances across multiple venues

Cultural venues

Casa de Cultura hosting small theatre events, exhibitions, and community activities
Regular local group meetings and social clubs

Overall feel

Balanced area with both relaxed daytime atmosphere and active evenings.

LA NUCÍA – Local and sporting focus

Markets

Sunday rastro (large flea market with antiques, tools, clothes, and food stalls)
Entertainment
Occasional live music in local bars, mostly weekends

Sports activity

Large sports complex hosting training camps, tournaments, and weekend events

Overall feel

Quiet residential town with activity concentrated around weekends and sports events.

FINESTRAT – Beach and market lifestyle

Markets

Tuesday and Saturday markets in La Cala area with a mix of local produce and goods

Beachfront activity

Beach bars and restaurants increasingly open in the evenings
Sunset dining season beginning again

Entertainment

Low-key live music in beachfront bars rather than organised events

Overall feel

Relaxed coastal town focused on beach life and casual evenings.

OVERALL SUMMARY

Benidorm: busiest area with nightlife, markets, and entertainment

Altea: cultural, scenic, and relaxed

Albir / Alfàs del Pi: balanced mix of live music and expat social life

La Nucía: local, quiet, and sports-focused

Finestrat: beach-oriented and low-key

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