Ap-4 cádiz closed due to heavy rain and storms

Ap-4 closures cause chaos in andalusia

The Spanish Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) has announced the complete closure of the AP-4 highway in the Cádiz direction, effective from early Monday morning, February 2, 2026, due to severe weather conditions.

Intense rainfall and strong winds associated with Storm Leonardo have caused several sections of the roadway to collapse between Los Palacios and Villafranca in Seville province and Las Cabezas de San Juan, resulting in over 3 km of congestion on the main route connecting Seville and Cádiz.

Stormy weather hits andalusia

The adverse weather has affected much of southern Spain, with the Andalusian region facing a high chance of heavy rain and strong winds. The Spanish Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has issued yellow alerts for rain and wind in Cádiz and other Andalusian areas.

Ap-4 closure details

The highway closure began at 8 am, with traffic blocked in both directions. Officials are currently assessing the damage and removing debris from the affected sections. No estimated reopening time has been provided.

Authorities advise drivers to exercise extreme caution, follow traffic signs and instructions from traffic agents, and seek alternative routes while the AP-4 remains closed.

Regional impact and road conditions

Storm Leonardo has caused over 150 incidents in Seville province alone, including fallen trees, wall collapses, and secondary road closures. Five people have been injured in related accidents.

In Jerez de la Frontera, heavy rainfall has resulted in the closure of several major avenues and the A-2003 highway, with areas experiencing flooding and tree falls. In some areas, the water level of nearby rivers has prompted flood warnings.

Emergency services and traffic management

Emergency services, including firefighters, local police, and the Civil Guard, have been actively working since morning to remove obstacles, mark hazardous areas, and redirect traffic where necessary.

However, the closure of such a critical route, with intense traffic, poses significant challenges, particularly on a working day with ongoing weather warnings.