Fears Valencia death toll to top 400 – ‘Worst thing I’ve seen in my life, like war’ says firefighter

Emergency services in Spain are working around the clock to find people missing after flash floods struck between Tuesday and Wednesday, which have claimed more than 200 lives so far. However, more rain is expected on Friday and Saturday in some areas. It is not yet clear how many people are missing, but the government has sent hundreds of soldiers to the province of Valencia, one of the worst-hit regions, to help with the rescue operation. In some areas, a year’s worth of water fell within hours, causing massive floods that destroyed cities and trapped many people in their homes. In some areas, only helicopters can approach, as mud, debris and cars have blocked the roads. A BBC reporter reported that communities have been devastated. The Dana Effect Rainfall accompanied by strong winds and tornadoes was caused by what weather experts call […]
Source: News Beast

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