01.11.2024 15:21
In Spain, the number of fatalities due to the flooding caused by heavy rain and storms has risen to 205, with the majority of the victims located in Valencia. Authorities are concerned that the death toll may increase, as there are still many people missing.
Emergency officials in Spain have announced that the death toll from the devastating floods that swept through the country has risen to at least 205. It has been reported that 202 of the deceased lived in Valencia.
CONCERNS OVER RISING DEATH TOLL
Rescue teams continue to search for bodies in stranded cars and wet buildings three days after the major flash flood that swept away everything in its path in eastern Spain, on Friday. Authorities are concerned about the rising death toll as many people are still missing.
1064 SOLDIERS ON DUTY
The Ministry of Defense has stated that currently 1064 soldiers are on duty in search and rescue operations in the disaster area, and there are a significant number of missing persons.
MORE THAN 150 ROADS CLOSED, TRAIN SERVICES SUSPENDED
Currently, more than 150 roads in Valencia are closed to traffic, and Madrid-Valencia train services have been suspended for at least 15 days, while nearly 100,000 people in the area facing security, water, and food issues are without electricity.
"THE WORST PERIOD OF THE CENTURY"
The Spanish State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) announced that the rainfall in the Valencia region, which it described as "the worst period of the century," fell in an unprecedented manner, stating, "The amount of rain normally received in a year fell in just 8 hours."
"OUR CITIZENS MUST REMAIN VIGILANT"
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez also visited Valencia today, stating that all state resources have been mobilized, that their priority is search and rescue operations, and that due to adverse weather conditions continuing in some areas, they have urged the public not to let their guard down.