The wind has left extreme records in the Basque Country, with speeds of 180 km/h in exposed areas
The southern wind has left streams of 180 km/h in Gorramendi, reached 160 km/h in Aralar and caused punctual problems at airports.
The strong southern wind has marked the day in the Basque Country, with very high records, both in visible areas and in populated areas, reaching 180 km/h in Gorramendi and 160 km/h in Aralar, while the coastal and inland streams have been: Zarautz (136 km/h), San Sebastian (124 km/h), Mallabia (116 km/h), Iurreta (102 km/h), Bilbao (102 km/h).
The wind has also caused some incidents at Bilbao airport. A flight from Palma de Mallorca, which was due to land at 8.25 a.m., was unable to land at Loiu and has been diverted to Barcelona, according to AENA.
The authorities have called attention to the combination of strong bursts, unstable trees, and wind-moving objects, especially in the highlands and coasts.