Heavy rains refer to intense precipitation events where a significant amount of rain falls in a short period, typically measured in inches or millimeters. These rains can lead to various occurrences, including flooding, landslides, and soil erosion. Heavy rains are often associated with specific weather systems, such as tropical storms, monsoons, or cold fronts, and can significantly impact agriculture, infrastructure, and daily life. The term is commonly used in weather forecasts and discussions regarding climate patterns and their effects on the environment and human activities.
The Plan Especial de Emergencias (PERI) was activated in Andalusia to address the imminent risk of flooding as storm clouds gathered on a Sunday evening. The Agencia Estatal de Meteorología…