Floods
mainly affect the islands of La Palma, Tenerife and Lanzarote (in the Canary Islands).
occur when there is a lot of rain or melting snow from the mountains. They can damage homes and crops as well as kill people and animals. They occur especially on the Mediterranean and Cantabrian coasts.
occur when there is a long period without rain. They can cause serious problems for agriculture (both plants and animals) as well as for people. In Spain droughts happen most often in the south and in the Mediterranean regions.
Cold snaps
are rare in Spain, but there can be tremors, especially in the south-east of the country.
occur when cold air from the north and north-east of Europe moves over the Peninsula. Temperatures fall, and snow and ice can damage crops and affect transport systems.
Droughts
Earthquakes
Volcanic eruptions
