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2024 - 10 - 30

When It Rains, It Pours: Valencia’s Flooding Fiasco and Its Fallout!

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Valencia is drowning in chaos after torrential rains sweep away lives and crops. What’s going on? Let’s dive into the river of calamity!

Valencia, one of Spain's most popular holiday destinations, is currently grappling with one of the most devastating flood crises in its history. With torrential rains pummelling the region, at least 51 lives have been lost, turning what was expected to be a fun-filled late summer into a nightmare for many. Emergency services are stretched to their limits with hundreds of soldiers deployed to assist in rescue operations, as parts of the city and surrounding areas are submerged under water. It’s not just a flash flood; it’s more akin to a tsunami of chaos that has left the community in absolute disarray.

The deluge began with an isolated depression at high altitude, affectionately termed DANA (which certainly doesn't sound like a fun holiday!). As rain fell at rates of up to 200 litres per square metre, streets transformed into rivers, while homes and vehicles were swept away as if they were little more than toy boats in a kid's bath. Families and tourists alike were caught off guard, leading to hair-raising rescues as individuals were either trapped in their homes or found themselves fighting the current. The tragedy has left not just physical devastation but also an emotional toll, with entire families now mourning lost loved ones, including children.

To give you an idea of the gravity of the situation, cities such as Málaga and Valencia were some of the hardest hit, with floodwaters disrupting rail and air travel, as well as local services. Authorities have issued red alerts and cancelled events, including a Copa del Rey match, as they prioritise safety over sporting events. It’s as if Mother Nature decided to throw a wild party and forgot to stop the music!

In a twist of irony, while many British holidaymakers flock to Spain for sun-soaked vacations, they are now witnessing firsthand the chaos that can occur when the skies unleash their fury. The floods serve as a reminder that even the most picturesque destinations can face horrifying natural disasters. Did you know that Spain has experienced similar flooding events in recent years? Flash floods are becoming a more common occurrence, with the climate crisis potentially contributing to more unpredictable weather patterns. Let’s hope Valencia can ride this storm out and come back stronger than ever!

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Spain floods: 13 killed in Valencia as storms sweep away crops and ... (The Times)

Four children are among the dead, with at least six people missing after torrential rain hit the southeast and south.

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Flash floods in Spain kill at least 13 people in Valencia region (iNews)

Destinations popular with British holidaymakers including Málaga and Valencia were among the worst affected. Flash flooding, torrential rain and ...

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Valencia floods horror as 'at least 40 dead or missing' and cars ... (Mirror.co.uk)

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Death and destruction as torrential rains lash Spain (Aljazeera.com)

Heavy rain lashed much of eastern and southern Spain, flooding streets and disrupting rail and air travel.

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Red Alert Issued in Valencia as Deadly Flooding Strikes Spain ... (Novinite.com)

Severe weather continues to batter Spain, with dozens of cities and roads submerged under floodwaters. Authorities have declared a red alert in the Valencia ...

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At least thirteen people dead in Valencia floods (Majorca Daily Bulletin)

Up to 200 litres per square metre of rain. Out of respect for families, information about the dead people has not been released.

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Valencia hit pause on Copa game as storm rips through SE Spain (Daily Sabah)

La Liga club Valencia has formally requested the postponement of their Copa del Rey match against Parla Escuela, scheduled for Wednesday in Madrid...

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Severe flooding in Valencia: DANA causing deaths and devastation (Euro Weekly News)

Valencia, Spain, has experienced severe flooding due to a DANA (isolated depression at high levels), leaving at least 51 people dead.

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Spain floods: At least 51 dead in Valencia amid flash floods caused ... (Evening Standard)

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According to Spanish emergency services at least 51 people have died due to severe floods in the eastern region of Valencia, Spain. Heavy rains have battered ...

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Floods in Spain's Valencia Region Kill Dozens (The New York Times)

Over 1000 soldiers from Spain's emergency response units were deployed to the devastated areas in the eastern part of the country.

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Spain flooding latest: At least 51 dead and 1000 soldiers deployed ... (The Independent)

Torrential rain caused flooding across a large area of the country, including the cities of Valencia and Malaga, on Tuesday.

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Terrifying moment woman is swept away and another is airlifted to ... (Daily Mail)

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has made an address after flash flooding killed at least 51 people in the country's south-east.

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Valencia flooding latest: Spanish prime minister says 'devastating ... (BBC News)

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Further cancellations or delays are possible if the weather worsens again. Travelers intending to fly to Valencia are advised to monitor their flight status ...

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Terrifying moment a bridge is swept away by Valencia floods as new ... (Daily Mail)

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Valencia flights delayed and rail network shutdown after devastating ... (Euronews)

Travellers are having to walk to the airport as roads have been closed due to flooding.

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Spain floods latest: Victims 'trapped like rats' and 63 dead after a ... (The Independent)

The death toll continues to rise after the worst flash floods in three decades swept the eastern Spanish region of Valencia following torrential rain on ...

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At least 62 dead after torrential rain, floods in Spain's Valencia region (Aljazeera.com)

Emergency services continue search and rescue operations after flash floods hit southern and eastern Spain.

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The flash floods were caused by heavy rain, which by Wednesday morning had begun "easing off," according to the country's meteorological agency.

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MotoGP is waiting on more information if its 2024 season finale in Valencia can go ahead as planned after flooding in the region.

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Spain flooding: Photos show the devastation in Valencia (NPR)

Authorities in the region report at least 70 people have been killed after torrential rain overpowered the area.

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Spanish floods kill 72 as year of rain falls in a day in Valencia (Reuters)

Dozens of videos shared on social media overnight appeared to show people trapped by the floodwaters, with some climbing into trees to avoid being swept ...

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Valencia flooding kills 64, leaves thousands without power (The Insurance Insider)

Although the worst of the rainfall has passed, the “devastating episode” may not be over, Spanish prime minister Pedro Sánchez warned.

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Valencia flash floods as 'at least 51 people dead' and Spanish PM ... (Scottish Daily Record)

More than 50 people are dead after heavy storm Cyclone Dana caused extreme flash floods in the eastern coast of Spain this week.

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Spain floods recap: British man killed in deadly Valencia flooding (Daily Mail)

Spain's catastrophic floods have left more than 90 people dead and victims 'trapped like rats' while entire towns remain 'cut off.'

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Spanish nat cat scheme CCS to pick up historic Valencia flooding ... (The Insurance Insider)

Flash flooding in Spain has killed at least 64 people, leaving thousands of homes without power.

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'Cold drop' weather pattern in the autumn is becoming more extreme because of climate change, say experts.

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Spain hit by deadliest floods in decades as rain batters Valencia (The Sydney Morning Herald)

La Alcudia: At least 95 people have been killed in the deadliest flooding to hit Spain for three decades after torrential rain battered the eastern region ...

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Spain floods latest: British man among 95 dead in Valencia flooding as dozens still missing (The Independent)

He said the man had been suffering from hypothermia and died after suffering several cardiac arrests. As torrential rain – amounting to a year's worth in just eight hours in some areas – inundated cities such as Valencia and Malaga, many found themselves " ...

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At least 95 people die in devastating flash floods in Spain (NPR)

Spain's national weather service said it rained more in eight hours in Valencia than it had in the preceding 20 months.

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Valencia flooding latest: British man among 95 dead in Span floods ... (The Independent)

Spain floods latest: British man, 71, among dead in Spanish floods as death toll nears 100.

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The fate of the MotoGP 2024 season finale in Valencia is a "secondary" matter amid deadly flooding in the area, riders have acknowledged.

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Some areas saw a year's worth of rain in just eight hours leaving people trapped in their homes by floodwaters.

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