The torrential rainstorm that hit the Valencia metropolitan area and much of the province yesterday has affected some access points and public transportation networks, causing disruptions, delays, and partial service outages.
Water leaks, flooded access points, and standing water on the tracks caused significant partial service disruptions on all Metrovalencia lines, as well as on several lines of Renfe’s commuter rail service. Manises Airport was also affected; it had to suspend air traffic, and 12 flights were diverted to other destinations.
Major disruptions on the Metro and commuter rail networks
The entire metro and tram service had to be temporarily halted due to flooding on the tracks. In addition, some stations, such as Machado and Amistat, experienced water seepage and heavy leaks.
Work is currently underway to repair some of the damage caused by the water to the infrastructure, and the network may experience some delays, but all Metrovalencia lines are operational again.
The C-1 ( between Valencia and Gandia) and C-2 (between Valencia and Utiel) commuter rail lines were suspended yesterday afternoon and evening due to rain-related malfunctions. Other lines, such as the C-2 and C-5, also experienced occasional service interruptions and major delays as a result of the storms. However, service has returned to normal on all lines this morning.
Road and urban rail service disruptions
Currently, the main regional highways are already operational, but during the worst hours of the night, roads such as the CV-35, CV-33, CV-31, CV-365, and CV-407 suffered severe flooding, hindering or even bringing traffic to a standstill.
In the city of Valencia, more than 250 urban incidents were reported, including fallen branches and trees, flooded roads, and traffic light malfunctions. Access to multiple underpasses and tunnels was also closed after they became completely flooded, although they have all since reopened to traffic.
