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Heavy Downpour on Ibiza – Floodwaters, Damage and the Question of Preparedness

How Mallorca Can Reduce Flood Damage in Towns and Coastal Areas

Long-term steps Mallorca can take to reduce flooding, runoff, and storm damage.

Published: April 21, 2026
Heavy Downpour on Ibiza – Floodwaters, Damage and the Question of Preparedness

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How can Mallorca reduce flood damage in towns and coastal areas?

Long-term flood reduction depends on better drainage, more permeable surfaces, and careful planning for new buildings and roads. In Mallorca, that also means avoiding construction in known runoff corridors and improving retention and pumping capacity where needed. Short-term cleanup helps after a storm, but lasting protection comes from redesigning vulnerable areas.

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