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Barcelona Health & Medical Update

As of Feb 15, 2026, 12:04 AM

This health & medical update for Barcelona covers the last 48 hours of cited sources compiled in the Genesis Signals report. Country risk level is medium, with Crime as the top risk driver. There were 1 health & medical incidents out of 5 total incidents in the last 48 hours. Cited sources include ARA — La (difícil) solució al bloqueig del transport ferroviari de mercaderies (2026-02-14), 20minutos — Detenidos en Granollers tres falsos operarios de gas por robar dinero y joyas tras entrar en casas de ancianos (2026-02-14), barcelona_meteoalarm_spain — Prepirineo de Barcelona (2026-02-14), and Mirror — Inside private hire driver strike : 18 hour shifts , passenger violence and unfair pay (2026-02-14). Recent highlights include Two cases of African swine fever found outside the initial zone; high-risk radius expanded to Molins de Rei and El Papiol; access to some.... Recommended actions include Monitor local weather updates and official alerts before going outdoors; expect strong gusts and adapt plans for Carnival/outdoor events. and Check Rodalies/rail operator status before travel; allow extra time and expect line closures or speed restrictions on R3, R4, R7, R8 and RL4..

Health & Medical incidents

1 in last 48h

Two cases of African swine fever found outside the initial zone; high-risk radius expanded to Molins de Rei and El Papiol; access to some natural areas restricted and road closures for containment operations.
2 days ago | Molins de Rei / Parc Natural de Collserola; expanded high-risk zone near Barcelona

Topic resources

Hospital: 1- Hospital General Vall d'Hebron
www.vallhebron.com
Hospital: Clínica Teknon
www.teknon.es
Pharmacy: Farmacia Bach
www.farmaciabach.com
Pharmacy: Farmacia Ecoceutics Eugeni Fors
www.ecoceutics.com
Barcelona travel advisory
travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/spain.html

FAQ

What is the country risk level for Barcelona?

Country risk level is medium, with Crime as the top risk driver.

How many health & medical incidents were reported in the last 48 hours?

1 health & medical incidents were recorded in the last 48 hours.

Where can travelers find official guidance for Barcelona?

Review the official travel advisory source referenced in the report: https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/spain.html.

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Snapshot

Country risk levelmedium

Advisory-derived, not city-specific.

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Top driverCrime

Total incidents5

CoverageFULL

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Travel advisory

Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

U.S. State Department

Last updated February 14, 2026 7:04 PM ET

Who is affected

Travelers, residents, and on-the-ground teams in Barcelona.

What to do now

Check official updates daily, confirm routes, and keep emergency contacts handy.

Key takeaways

Reissued after periodic review with minor edits.
Exercise increased caution in Spain due to terrorism and civil unrest .
Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Spain. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning and target:
Tourist locations
Transportation centers (airports/train stations)
Markets and shopping malls

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Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise increased caution in Spain due to terrorism and civil unrest . Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Spain. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning and target: • Tourist locations • Transportation centers (airports/train stations) • Markets and shopping malls • Local government facilities • Hotels, clubs, and restaurants • Places of worship and educational institutions • Parks • Major sporting and cultural events Demonstrations are common. They may take place in response to political or economic issues, on politically significant holidays, and during international events. If you decide to travel to Spain: • Avoid demonstrations and crowds. • Be aware of your surroundings. • Follow the instructions of local authorities. • Check local media for breaking events. Be prepared to adjust your plans. U.S. citizens should always exercise caution when traveling abroad. Use these general tips to stay safe: • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and Alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. • Review the Country Security Report for Spain. • Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the  Traveler’s Checklist . • Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel.

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Cited sources

ARA — La (difícil) solució al bloqueig del transport ferroviari de mercaderies (2026-02-14)
20minutos — Detenidos en Granollers tres falsos operarios de gas por robar dinero y joyas tras entrar en casas de ancianos (2026-02-14)
barcelona_meteoalarm_spain — Prepirineo de Barcelona (2026-02-14)
Mirror — Inside private hire driver strike : 18 hour shifts , passenger violence and unfair pay (2026-02-14)
20minutos — Un nuevo temporal con fuertes ventadas llega a Catalunya este sábado y podría aguar los desfiles de Carnaval (2026-02-13)
The Olive Press — Barcelona wind storm claims first casualty as woman, 46, dies after roof collapses on her (2026-02-13)
20minutos — El Govern cifra en 100 millones el coste de las obras de "urgencia" en Rodalies a raíz del accidente de Gelida (2026-02-13)
20minutos — Detectan dos casos de peste porcina fuera de la zona cero y amplían el radio de alto riesgo a Molins de Rei y El Papiol (2026-02-13)

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