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Storm Nils Wreaks Havoc in Catalonia, Links to Climate Change

2/13/2026

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On February 12, 2026, Storm Nils struck Catalonia, Spain, with winds above 100 km/h.
The storm injured 86 people, including three seriously, and prompted school closures.
Barcelona's El Prat airport canceled 101 flights.
Portugal and France were also affected, including a partially collapsed highway viaduct in Portugal and a fatality from a falling tree in France.
Experts link such events to climate change and greenhouse gas emissions.

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Story summary

On February 12, 2026, Storm Nils struck Catalonia, Spain, with winds above 100 km/h.
The storm injured 86 people, including three seriously, and prompted school closures.
Barcelona's El Prat airport canceled 101 flights.
Portugal and France were also affected, including a partially collapsed highway viaduct in Portugal and a fatality from a falling tree in France.
Experts link such events to climate change and greenhouse gas emissions.