‌The agreement does not mean terraces have to shut the moment a heatwave arrives. In periods of serious weather risk, a terrace without adequate protection might close while the same bar or restaurant continues serving indoors. Official warnings — including alerts from Spain’s State Meteorological Agency, AEMET - may act as a trigger for employers to review working practices and adjust opening arrangements. Fines warningEmployers who do not protect staff properly can face action by Spain’s Labour Inspectorate. Overall, the move reflects how Spain is adapting workplace rules as extreme heat and other severe weather events become more frequent and more disruptive.