Turbulent afternoon yesterday in Madrid because of the weather conditions we are living these days throughout Europe. The organization of Brunch Electronik In Madrid he communicated during the same day of the event, June 29, 2025 in the JUAN CARLOS I PARKwhich was suspended due to the extreme weather conditions provided in the city, a fact that caught everyone by surprise but that is more than justified after all the information we have been able to know in these last hours.
Why was Brunch Electronik event canceled yesterday?
According to the State Meteorology Agency (Aemet)a Dry storm of great intensity was scheduled for 9:00 p.m. In several green areas from Madrid, including the parks where mass events are held. Dry storms are a serious risk for public safety, especially in natural and open environments, so, in coordination with the authorities, the decision was made Prioritize public security, artists, personnel and neighbors of the area.
During the red alert The closure of parks that have access and perimeter enclosure doors were reported. In those who materially cannot close because they do not have doors, it affects the same level of alert and restriction, maintaining access to certain areas and/or events, as indicated The Madrid City Council website itself:
- Parks that close: Gardens of the Good Retiro, Garden del Capricho de la Alameda de Osuna, JUAN CARLOS I PARKJuan Pablo II Park, Quinta Torre Arias Park, Quinta de los Molinos Park, Quinta Fuente del Berro Park, Rosaleda del Parque del West, Linear Park of Manzanares.
- Parks with restricted access zones: Madrid Río, Casa de Campo.
- Parks with areas of suspension of events outdoors, even in the interior public roads: Park of the West and Dehesa de la Villa.
What is a dry storm and why is it so dangerous?
Dry storms are characterized by the presence of Intense electrical activity without relevant rainfallwhich aggravates the following risks:
- Forest fires
- It is the most critical risk: the rays can reach dry and hot areas without rain that reduces the danger.
- Historically, many waves of fires (such as in California or Australia) began with similar phenomena.
- Dangerous rays
- Despite the absence of rain, electrical discharges can affect people, structures and fauna.
- They are more unpredictable than in a conventional storm, since they are not preceded by visible signals such as rain or constant thunder.
- Strong winds and turbulence
- These storms usually bring dry descending bursts (“Dry Downbursts”) that can cause material damage, put aviation risk and cause incidents on land.
IMPORTANT: Information information
From the organization it has been confirmed that All entries for the June 29 event will be automatically reimbursed In the next few days, including the cost of entry + management costs, taking a maximum of 5 days to be effective. It is not necessary to carry out any additional management, so we invite the public to consult the official channels for future updates. It is very important to understand that Prevention and collective well -being must always be ahead of any show. We are sure that we will continue to dance during the summer, but always with care, respect and love for our health and that of Todxs.