2024 says goodbye in Ibiza under a blanket of clouds and a storm that has disrupted the end of the year plans. Since the morning of this December 31stthe yellow alert for heavy rains has transformed what should have been a festive day into a day of postponements, floods and complications for citizens. The situation has forced the authorities to suspend emblematic events such as the Pujada a La Catedral and the festival of La Movida, two traditional events that bring together residents and visitors in the last moments of the year. Both activities have been rescheduled for next January 4, as reported by the City Council of Ibiza. In addition, the expected first swim of the year, scheduled for January 1 on the beach of ses Figueretes, has been canceled. This event, which symbolizes the beginning of a new cycle, will be one of the great absentees at the beginning of 2025.
Floods and chaos in the streets
The persistent rain has generated significant flooding in several parts of the city. The most affected areas include the Ibiza access ring roads, Plaza del Parque, Sant Jordi Avenue, Cas Serres neighborhood and es Pratet. Images of waterlogged streets and vehicles trapped in the water have circulated widely on social networks, evidencing the magnitude of the problems. The authorities have issued a clear message: avoid flooded areas and exercise extreme caution when driving. However, some brave people have decided to defy the weather conditions to celebrate the traditional ‘tarde vieja’ in spots such as the Sant Jordi and Sant Antoni stalls, demonstrating the resilience of the local community. As the day progressed, the thunderstorm took center stage with a show of lightning and thunder visible from different points of the island. This phenomenon, although impressive, also caused inconveniences such as brief power outages.
Impact on social life and recommendations
The storm has not only affected the celebrations, but also the mobility and daily activities on the island. The Ibiza Town Hall insists on the need to remain calm and follow the instructions of the authorities to avoid major incidents. For their part, the organizers of the postponed events have guaranteed that the appointments will be maintained with the same conditions, schedules and routes initially planned, which gives a respite to those who expect to enjoy these traditional activities.
