Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:48pm on 30 Oct 2024,Wednesday Weather & Environment
Flash floods in southeast Spain have left at least 72 dead, with emergency teams continuing to search for missing people. King Felipe VI highlighted “enormous destruction,” noting that access to some communities remains challenging. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced a three-day mourning period, pledging, "We won’t abandon you," and promised swift infrastructure rebuilding. Social media footage shows floodwaters sweeping cars through streets, leaving people stranded on trees, while false information circulates about Valencia's water safety. Local authorities have urged caution. Key areas like Valencia, Seville, and Barcelona remain at high risk from ongoing rain.