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Severe Flooding in Spain Kills One and Sweeps Away Cars

Published 6d ago · Latest report 5d ago

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One person has died and dozens were rescued after extreme rainfall triggered severe flooding in Spain.

Intense, near-record rainfall has triggered severe flooding in Madrigueras, Spain, sweeping vehicles through streets and causing widespread damage. Emergency services rescued 90 people from the rising waters, while one woman was confirmed dead. Images from the affected areas show flipped cars and significant destruction in regions popular with tourists.

  • Near-record rainfall caused flash floods that swept cars through the streets of Madrigueras.
  • The deluge caused widespread destruction, flipping vehicles and damaging infrastructure.

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1person killed
90people rescued

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Spain has experienced increasingly volatile weather patterns in recent years, with intense downpours leading to sudden and destructive flash floods.

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Heavy rainfall in Spain caused severe flooding, particularly in Madrigueras, leading to one death, 90 rescues, and significant damage to vehicles and property.

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