Formula E pre-season test under threat due to Valencia flooding

Pre-season testing for the 2024-25 Formula E campaign is currently in doubt

Formula E’s pre-season test is currently under threat due to heavy flooding in the Valencia region which has destroyed access roads into the Ricardo Tormo Circuit.

Four days of testing for the all-electric championship are due to take place between 4-7 November, which is scheduled to be the only official running for all 11 teams prior to the season getting underway in Sao Paulo on 7 December.

Torrential weather has hit the Valencia region in the last 24 hours, with a month’s worth of rain falling in the space of eight hours which has killed at least 51 people, according to the BBC.

The flash floods have caused huge devastation, which has included completely wiping out the main roads in and out of the local circuit.

Formula E organisers confirmed that the circuit itself has not been damaged but that it is inaccessible by vehicle with alternative options currently being investigated - further updates are set to be provided.

A statement from a Formula E spokesperson read: "Our thoughts go out to those affected by the extreme weather conditions in Spain.

“We are working closely with the local authorities and representatives of the Ricardo Tormo Circuit in Valencia ahead of the scheduled FIA Formula E official test next week.

"Due to damage to the main access road caused by a burst river bank nearby, the circuit is currently inaccessible by vehicle.

“Four members of Formula E staff stayed at the circuit last night as a precaution, but are safe and able to transfer to and from the circuit by foot.

“Track conditions show no signs of damage, and we continue to assess garages and freight. Alternative access routes in and out of the circuit are currently being investigated.

"We are closely monitoring the situation and will provide further updates in due course."

The Ricardo Tormo Circuit is also due to host the conclusion of the 2024 MotoGP season the following week on 15-17 November, with organisers yet to make any public announcement about whether the finale will go ahead.

Most recently, the 2023 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix was cancelled by Formula 1 organisers after flooding in the area.