Storm Ingrid continues to cause severe disruption across large parts of Spain, with snow, strong winds and dangerous sea conditions leading to more than 110 affected roads, stranded vehicles and mountain rescue operations.
Spain’s national weather agency, the Agencia Estatal de Meteorología (Aemet), has issued a red alert for coastal conditions in Galicia, warning of waves of up to ten metres. The alert level indicates an extraordinary risk situation and remains in force for much of the Cantabrian coast throughout Sunday.
Spain Press Editorial Team
Major disruption on roads and mountain passes
According to the Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT), 114 roads are currently affected by snow and ice.
Of these, 24 remain completely closed, while snow chains are mandatory on more than 50 stretches. Restrictions also apply to heavy goods vehicles, and drivers are urged to exercise extreme caution on key routes including the A-2, A-6, A-66 and A-52 motorways.
One of the most critical points has been the Navacerrada mountain pass, where several motorists were left stranded by heavy snowfall and required assistance from emergency services.
Así ha amanecido esta mañana la Sierra de #Grazalema (#Cádiz). La nieve se adueña del Puerto del Boyar (1.103 m). Puerto de montaña muy popular entre ciclistas por su exigente ascenso y también por sus vistas panorámicas de la Sierra del Pinar y del Endrinal.#BuenosDías🌞 pic.twitter.com/rk74VEDVZp
— EMA INFOCA (@Plan_INFOCA) January 24, 2026
Rail services suspended in Catalonia
In Catalonia, commuter rail services Rodalies remain suspended on Sunday. Regional authorities say teams are working intensively to inspect and repair affected infrastructure, although a full return to normal service cannot yet be guaranteed.
Mountain rescues and extreme avalanche risk
In the Moncayo area, three mountaineers were rescued after being caught in an avalanche. The regional government of Aragón has issued a warning of an extremely high avalanche risk across the Pyrenees, urging the public to avoid off-piste skiing and mountain activities due to unstable snow conditions.
Buena Nevada a esta hora en Grazalema! 🌨️❄️ @CadizMeteo pic.twitter.com/RHncwfP9bV
— Migue (@MigueJimFer) January 24, 2026
Galicia and the northern coast: worst still to come
Galicia has recorded nearly 700 emergency incidents over the past 48 hours, many linked to snow, hail and icy roads. For Sunday:
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Red alerts remain in force along the coasts of A Coruña and Lugo
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Orange alerts apply to the coast of Pontevedra
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All maritime and sea-related sporting activities have been suspended
Situation overview
Heavy snowfall and ice have led to widespread road closures.
Extremely dangerous sea conditions are affecting the northern coastline.
Rail services, particularly in Catalonia, remain severely disrupted.
Mountain areas face a very high level of risk.
Conclusion: Non-essential travel should be avoided. Storm Ingrid represents one of the most severe winter weather events of the season.
La nieve atrapa a muchos conductores en Navacerrada pic.twitter.com/b4U2YiAY98
— EL MUNDO (@elmundoes) January 24, 2026
