Devastating flash floods have claimed at least 51 lives in Spain’s Valencia region following Tuesday’s torrential downpour, local authorities confirmed on Wednesday. The eastern Spanish region was battered by extraordinary rainfall, with areas such as Turis and Utiel recording 200mm of precipitation. Spain’s state weather agency AEMET or State Meteorological Agency issued a red alert for Valencia as the severe weather system unleashed havoc across southern and eastern parts of the country.
Spain Flash Floods: 51 Killed And Cars Swept Away
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“Yesterday was the worst day of my life,” said Ricardo Gabaldon, mayor of Utiel. “We were trapped like rats. Cars and rubbish bins were flowing down the streets. The water was rising to three metres.” Several residents from his town remain unaccounted for.
Social media footage showed numerous people stranded in floodwaters, with some seeking refuge in trees to avoid being swept away. Carlos Mazon, Valencia’s regional leader, reported that some residents remained cut off in inaccessible locations.
The emergency response has been substantial, with more than 1,000 military personnel deployed to affected areas. Police and rescue services have been conducting helicopter evacuations of people trapped in homes and vehicles.
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The central government has established a crisis committee to coordinate relief efforts. Transport infrastructure has been severely disrupted. A high-speed train carrying nearly 300 passengers derailed near Malaga, though fortunately without casualties.
Rail services between Valencia city and Madrid were suspended, along with several commuter lines. Emergency services have urged the public to avoid all road travel and to stay informed through official channels.
The severe weather is expected to persist through Thursday, according to Spain’s national weather service. While Spain has experienced similar autumn storms in recent years, this event is particularly significant as it follows a severe drought earlier this year.
Rescue operations continue as authorities work to reach isolated communities and assess the full extent of the damage. The death toll may rise as emergency services access previously unreachable areas and search for those still missing.
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First Published: October 30, 2024 4:18 PM