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News From MallorcaFlood alerts hit Ibiza and Formentera; road closed
On 19 October, flood alerts reach Ibiza and Formentera as heavy rain could make streams overflow. The PM-820 is shut; Mallorca got an alert on Sunday.
News From MallorcaBalearic workers up over 47,000 on 2025 average
On 19 October 2026, Balearic figures show nearly 666,000 workers in early October: over 47,000 above the 2025 average, but nearly 17,000 below last month.
News From MallorcaBanca March seeks €300 million for private equity fund
Reported from Madrid, Spain, on 19 October: Banca March targets €300 million for a new fund, pledges 20% and bases early fees on capital paid in.
News From MallorcaMallorca property: Balearic prices hit €3,535 a sq m
On 19 October 2026, new figures put Balearic home prices at €3,535 per square metre. See what a 90-square-metre home costs and how Palma compares.
News From MallorcaIbiza floods: military pumps garages, prepares for Mallorca
On 19 October 2026, military crews pump water from garages in Eivissa, Ibiza, as the emergency unit mobilises teams from València for Mallorca.
News From MallorcaIbiza floods shut three roads; Mallorca at risk
On Monday, 19 October, heavy rain floods roads in northern Ibiza and closes three near sa Cala. Emergency officials warn Mallorca could also be affected.
News From MallorcaMallorca Christ statue: petition fights removal bid
In Felanitx, Mallorca, on 19 October 2026, a petition seeks protection for the Crist Rei statue after a ministry takes up a bid to have it removed.
News From MallorcaSpain cannot return migrant children, minister says
On 19 October, minister Ángel Víctor Torres says no children were among more than 12,000 returns from Ceuta to Morocco, and challenges the People's Party.
News From MallorcaMallorca storms delay around twenty Palma flights
Rain and storms delay around twenty flights at Palma Airport on Mallorca on 19 October 2026; two are bound for Eivissa as safety curbs affect air traffic.
Ibiza rain closes five Santa Eulària des Riu roads
Heavy rain closes five roads in Santa Eulària des Riu, Ibiza, on 19 October. The council warns against flooded stretches and urges people to check routes.
News From MallorcaPalma housing row: MÉS says 1,200 homes never built
Palma, Mallorca, 19 October 2026: MÉS says the mayor has built none of 1,200 promised homes and challenges him over stalled car parks and public projects.
News From MallorcaMallorca: Over 30 accuse Son Espases psychologist of transphobia
In Palma, Mallorca, on 19 October 2026, Ben Amics says more than 30 people accuse a Son Espases psychologist of transphobia over gender clinic care.
News From MallorcaIbiza airport road shut both ways after storms
On Monday, 19 October, storms keep Ibiza's airport road closed both ways between kilometres 3 and 5.5. The council also warns of landslides in the north.
News From MallorcaMallorca airport tops 10.9m international arrivals
Mallorca’s Palma de Mallorca Airport tops 10.9 million international arrivals by September 2026. On 19 October, figures show low-cost flights growing faster.
News From MallorcaMallorca storm Adam: orange rain alert stays in force
Mallorca stays on orange rain alert on 19 October amid storm Adam. Overnight rain hits 90 litres per square metre offshore; officials meet at 10.30.
Formentera flooding: La Savina street hit, centres shut
Flooding hits Calle de Ponent in La Savina, Formentera, on 19 October. Firefighters handle about 40 call-outs; centres close and a path remains shut.
News From MallorcaBalearic rentals: 159 chase each home, rents top Spain
Mallorca is part of a Balearic rental market where 159 people show interest in each home. The 19 October 2026 report also ranks island rents highest in Spain.
News From MallorcaIbiza gets second heavy rain alert as streams may overflow
Ibiza gets a second rain alert on 19 October 2026 as streams may overflow. Emergency service 112 says to avoid low ground and move upstairs if water enters.
News From MallorcaMallorca schools shut as storm Adam hits Balearics
Mallorca schools close on 19 October 2026 as storm Adam brings nearly 130 incidents across the Balearics. Red alerts and service cuts remain in place.
News From MallorcaIbiza storm halts nursery classes and vehicle tests
On 19 October 2026, a storm halts nursery classes on Ibiza and shuts vehicle test centres. Drivers can attend inspections in the coming weeks without rebooking.
News From MallorcaMallorca on orange alert as Adam brings heavy rain
Mallorca faces an orange rain warning on 19 October 2026 as Adam brings heavy showers and possible fierce gusts, before the rain shifts towards Catalonia.
News From MallorcaMallorca storm: 16 incidents as front turns to Menorca
Mallorca records three of 16 overnight storm incidents on 19 October 2026. Trees fall, buildings flood and Menorca faces a higher rain and thunderstorm alert.
News From MallorcaDownpours hit Balearic Islands as Illa warns Catalonia
Downpours affect the Balearic Islands and Valencia on 19 October 2026. Catalonia’s Salvador Illa urges caution over Monday’s forecast and offers support.
News From MallorcaIbiza airport road shut both ways after storms
Ibiza’s airport road closes in both directions on 19 October after rain and thunderstorms. Two roundabouts stay shut; two others reopen at 09.00.
News From MallorcaMallorca storms bring torrential rain risk on Monday
Mallorca faces heavy storms and occasional torrential rain on Monday, 19 October. See when skies may break and how winds shift across the Balearic Islands.