Thousands evacuated as parts of Spain hit with nearly a month’s rainfall in one hour
Severe thunderstorms and torrential rain have once again battered coastal Spain, causing flooding and evacuations just two weeks after the country experienced deadly flooding in Valencia and other nearby communities.
Málaga evacuates thousands as Spain issues more flood alerts
Thousands of people have been evacuated from their homes in the Costa del Sol region of southern Spain after a red weather alert was issued for extreme rain and flooding. Spain's Civil Protection Agency sent a mass alert to phones in Málaga province after 22:00 local time (21:00 GMT) on Tuesday evening warning of a "extreme risk of rainfall".
Malaga flooding latest: Hospital floods, thousands evacuated amid red weather alert in Costa del Sol
Thousands have been evacuated and a hospital is now only operating in one department after a powerful storm in Spain’s Costa del Sol region brought torrential rain and high winds. Just two weeks after flash floods killed more than 200 people and destroyed homes,
Tornado and floods strike Spain: Emergency alerts issued
The weather situation in Spain is becoming increasingly challenging. A tornado was observed in Marbella, located in the southern part of the country, and other cities are experiencing floods. The government agency has issued alerts to residents.
Spain: Thousands Evacuate As Torrential Rain Hits Malaga 2
The new DANA (isolated depression at high levels) brought heavy rainfall to Malaga, leading to flash flooding on Wednesday, November 13. Parts of Malaga and Tarragona regions have been placed under red alert.
Thousands evacuated in Malaga over ‘extreme rainfall’ alert as fears loom of more flooding
Thousands evacuated in Malaga over ‘extreme rainfall’ alert as fears loom of more flooding - Schools closed and homes evacuated as locals prepare for heavy downpours
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