Country guide

Emergencies in Spain

Which number to call, how alerts reach you and which risks to prepare for in Spain. In short, with links to the official sources.

Emergency number112
Phone alertsES-AlertCheck your phone settings to make sure emergency alerts are switched on.
Civil protectionProtección Civil
Weather warningsAEMET

Main hazards

  • Heatwaves

    Most victims are older people living alone. Water, shade and checking on neighbors.

    Heatwave safety →

  • Wildfires

    Follow evacuation orders immediately and keep your go bag ready in fire season.

  • Floods

    Watch flood warnings and never walk or drive through moving water.

    What to do in a flood →

  • Drought

    Water restrictions and higher food prices. A water supply helps.

    How much water to store →

The basics, wherever you live

The 72-hour go bag Your family emergency plan Quiz: how prepared are you?

Other countries

We review this data regularly, but rules and numbers can change. If in doubt, follow your local authorities.