Rescue efforts are underway in Spain as emergency teams race to save lives and recover missing persons after severe flash floods ravaged parts of the country, leaving a trail of destruction and casualties. The sudden deluge, triggered by heavy rainfall over the weekend, has left at least 14 dead and dozens more missing, with towns in regions such as Andalusia, Murcia, and Valencia among the hardest hit.
Local authorities have deployed specialized rescue teams, helicopters, and boats to assist with evacuations, while volunteers and humanitarian groups work alongside officials to provide relief to those affected. Many residents have been forced to flee their homes as rising waters submerged streets, swept away cars, and inundated critical infrastructure. The Spanish government has declared a state of emergency in the worst-affected areas and pledged swift support for rebuilding and restoration.
Meteorologists warn that additional rainfall may further complicate rescue operations and urge residents in vulnerable zones to take precautions. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed condolences to the families of the victims and assured the nation that the government would take all necessary measures to support those impacted by this unprecedented natural disaster.
El País, Reuters or Associated Press (AP), BBC News, Spanish Civil Protection Agency (Protección Civil), The Local Spain.
