Eastern Spain has been hit by terrible floods that have resulted in at least 73 deaths and extensive damage. The hardest-hit areas are Valencia and Castilla la Mancha. This disaster is one of the worst that Spain has experienced in over 35 years.
The heavy rains started on Tuesday in Valencia. According to Reuters, meteorologists claimed that the region received as much rain as it usually does in an entire year. This massive amount of rainfall quickly turned streets into rivers, submerged cars, and flooded large areas of farmland. Valencia is known for growing oranges and other citrus fruits, and these crops have suffered significant damage.
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The flooding has impacted more than just Valencia; it has spread widely, reaching from Malaga in the south all the way to the eastern coast of Spain. In Castilla La Mancha, several people are still unaccounted for, and rescue teams are doing everything possible to find them. They are utilizing helicopters and boats to reach those who are stranded since train services between Valencia and Madrid had to be stopped, along with many local train lines.
Near Malaga, a high-speed train carrying many passengers went off the tracks. Fortunately, no one was seriously hurt, according to officials.
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez spoke to the nation about the floods, promising that the government would help rebuild the affected areas. He also said they would do everything possible to find the missing people and help those affected by the disaster.
The flooding in Spain has affected sports events as well. Several matches in the Copa del Rey tournament have been postponed. Additionally, there are worries about an upcoming MotoGP race in Valencia, as the racing track may have sustained damage.
