Spain is mourning after torrential rains unleashed devastating floods in the eastern region of Valencia, claiming at least 95 lives—making it possibly the deadliest flooding in the country's modern history. 🌧️🌊
On Wednesday, local authorities reported that bridges and buildings were swept away as a furious torrent turned streets into rivers. Residents in the hardest-hit areas shared harrowing stories of survival.
\\"It's like a river came through,\\" said Denis Hlavaty, who spent the night stranded on a ledge at the petrol station where he works in Valencia's capital. \\"The doors were torn away, and I was surrounded by water two meters deep.\\" 🚗🏠
People were seen clinging to the roofs of their cars as muddy waters surged through the city, uprooting trees and tearing apart buildings. The scenes looked like something out of a disaster movie—but for the people of Valencia, this was all too real. 🎬😢
Emergency services have been working around the clock to rescue those trapped and to search for the missing. The community has come together, offering shelter and support to those affected. ❤️🩹
This catastrophic event serves as a stark reminder of the power of nature and the urgent need to address climate change. 🌍🔥 Let's keep Valencia in our thoughts and hope for a swift recovery for all impacted by this tragedy.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
