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After Heavy Rain in Ibiza: Mayor Calls for Disaster Status

Why Flooding Happens So Quickly in Parts of Mallorca

Drainage limits and risky building zones can make flooding happen fast in parts of Mallorca.

Published: April 21, 2026
After Heavy Rain in Ibiza: Mayor Calls for Disaster Status

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Why do some areas of Mallorca flood so quickly after intense rain?

Some parts of Mallorca are more vulnerable because drainage systems can struggle with sudden, heavy rainfall. Low-lying zones, built-up areas and places near natural channels or ramblas are especially exposed when water arrives faster than it can drain away. Development in sensitive areas can make the problem worse over time.

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