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Rabat – The death toll from the flash floods that hit Spain this week rose to at least 205 as the search continues for missing persons across devastated communities.
The Valencia region has borne the brunt of the deadly floods, with 202 confirmed fatalities, while additional deaths have been reported in Castilla La Mancha and Andalusia. This marks Spain’s deadliest natural disaster in decades.
The aftermath of the storm showed devastating scenes in towns like Massanassa and Chiva with streets filled with debris, stranded vehicles, and destroyed homes.
Many residents remain trapped without basic supplies such as food, water, and power. Emergency authorities are actively working to locate those still unaccounted for, including those feared trapped in submerged vehicles and damaged buildings.
The tragedy in Spain has sparked a huge wave of support across the country. Volunteers from nearby areas have been bringing supplies and helping clean up the mud-filled streets in towns like Paiporta, where 62 people lost their lives, and Catarroja.
Many people are wading through thick mud to deliver essentials to those stranded in their homes. However, the rush of helpers is creating traffic issues, and officials are asking people not to crowd the main roads so emergency teams can get through.
In addition, several countries, including Morocco and Portugal, expressed their readiness to support Spain to mitigate the aftermath of the floods.
Spain’s national weather service warns that more storms are on the way, expected in places like Tarragona and the Balearic Islands.
Scientists say climate change has made severe storms like this one far more likely. Years of drought have also hardened the soil, making it harder to absorb rain and worsening the flooding. In addition, rising temperatures and sea levels make storms stronger around the Mediterranean.
