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Madrid OPSEC & Personal Safety Update

As of Feb 15, 2026, 12:12 AM

This opsec & personal safety update for Madrid 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. The report logs 5 incidents across crime, terrorism, traffic, and health in the last 48 hours. Cited sources include El Mundo — Tres detenidos en Madrid por falsificación de moneda y tráfico de drogas (2026-02-14), El Mundo — Una mujer herida grave y varios intoxicados por humo tras el incendio de una vivienda en Aranjuez (2026-02-14), Telemadrid — Cortada las carreteras de acceso a los puertos por los fuertes vientos que golpean la sierra (2026-02-14), and Telemadrid — El viento obliga a cerrar el Retiro y otros ocho grandes parques de Madrid (2026-02-14). Recommended actions include Expect strong winds and limited access to mountain roads and major parks — postpone mountain drives and avoid parks until authorities reopen them. and Plan for local transit disruptions on Feb 15 (manifestation on Avenida de la Albufera) and allow extra travel time; check EMT updates before travel..

Topic resources

Madrid travel advisory
travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/spain.html
Emergency contacts
General: 112 | Police: 091 | Ambulance: 061 | Fire: 080

Operational guidance

Demonstrations

Avoid demonstrations and crowds; if you encounter one, leave the area calmly and follow local authorities' instructions.

Situational awareness

Be aware of your surroundings in tourist areas and transport hubs; keep valuables secure and have an alternate route planned.

Health & emergency planning

Carry basic travel health information, know how to reach local emergency services, and allow extra time if incidents are reported nearby.

Registration

Consider enrolling in the U.S. State Department STEP program to receive alerts and make it easier for the embassy to contact you in an emergency.

Situation-specific guidance

Severe weather / parks

FAQ

What is the country risk level for Madrid?

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

How many incidents were recorded in the last 48 hours?

5 incidents were recorded across categories in the last 48 hours.

Where can travelers find official guidance for Madrid?

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

More topics for Madrid

Crime Terrorism Traffic & Transit Health & Medical Supplies & Services

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Snapshot

Country risk levelmedium

Advisory-derived, not city-specific.

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Top driverCrime

Total incidents5

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Travel advisory

Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

U.S. State Department

Last updated February 14, 2026 7:12 PM ET

Who is affected

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

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

El Mundo — Tres detenidos en Madrid por falsificación de moneda y tráfico de drogas (2026-02-14)
El Mundo — Una mujer herida grave y varios intoxicados por humo tras el incendio de una vivienda en Aranjuez (2026-02-14)
Telemadrid — Cortada las carreteras de acceso a los puertos por los fuertes vientos que golpean la sierra (2026-02-14)
Telemadrid — El viento obliga a cerrar el Retiro y otros ocho grandes parques de Madrid (2026-02-14)
Telemadrid — Una mujer de 70 años, en estado grave tras ser atropellada por un autobús urbano en San Blas (2026-02-13)
EMT Madrid — Manifestación en avenida de la Albufera. Afectadas 5 líneas de EMT. (2026-02-13)
Comunidad de Madrid — La Comunidad de Madrid inicia la segunda fase de la modernización tecnológica de Metro con 145 nuevas máquinas expendedoras y 14 millones de inversión (2026-02-13)
Telemadrid — Muere el hombre que intentó atacar a gendarmes en el Arco del Triunfo de París (2026-02-13)