A red weather warning has been issued for the Costa del Sol.
The alert from state weather agency AEMET was sent to mobile phones across the region shortly before 3pm on Sunday.
Meteorologists are warning of up to 120mm of rainfall per square metre throughout Sunday, as Storm Francis continues to wreak havoc over Spain.
The report on Aemet said the western half of the Costa del Sol would be hit harder by the weather.
The message read: ‘Civil Protection Alert: Red alert activated – In this situation: exercise extreme caution, avoid unnecessary travel.
‘Do not cross flood-prone areas and respect road closures.
‘Do not carry out activities in or near riverbeds.
‘If you are in a flood-prone area, seek higher ground or go to an upper floor.
‘Consult the recommendations of 112 Extraordinary Risk – due to rain.’
