snow

On March 8 2010, the country was hit by the heaviest snowfall of the century so far, with major disruptions to transport and power networks 

One person missing, Ebre river delta devastated, flooding with rivers about to burst their banks, roads closed, broken bridges, and areas without electricity among effects

Civil protection agency tells public to steer clear of seafronts and parks, avoid outdoor activities, and for drivers to be prepared

Wind speeds over 100 km/h registered along coast, with some schools closed, and public warned to stay away from parks and beaches

Strong winds, heavy snow and rain expected from Sunday evening until Wednesday

Catalan Pyrenees awoke on Thursday to the first snowfall of the year, making ski resorts "very optimistic" about the imminent new season

Minor disruptions as authorities issue alert for severe weather

The level decreases to 800 meters and is the lowest seen in a decade in Catalonia

Heavy vehicles allowed to circulate once more on roads as most parts of the country recovers from heavy snowfalls

Snow affects 80 roads, with chains needed on 58 of them

70 roads affected, with chains needed in around 40 of them

Authorities restrict lorry traffic in the whole country and foresee “very adverse” episode

Heavy snow forecast for whole country from Tuesday evening, including coast

With temperatures dropping to zero in some places, more snow could be on the way

Some areas register the heaviest snowfall seen in the past 15 years