Crazy weather covers Spain: Floods washed away city streets

Spain has been hit by severe weather, causing floods that washed away city streets and damaged buildings. The extreme weather left several people dead and many others missing. What caught my attention is the magnitude of the damage caused by the floods. The Spanish regions of Castilla La Mancha and Valencia were particularly hard hit.

According to reports, more than 200 liters per square meter of rainfall was recorded in parts of Valencia in just four hours. This is equivalent to almost half the annual rainfall of the region. Rivers overflowed, roads were blocked, and water levels rose. Rescue teams had to be dispatched to help people stranded in their homes and vehicles.

In Albacete, a city in Castilla La Mancha, the river overflowed and destroyed ten bridges, hence, blocking the road network. A large number of people had to be evacuated by emergency services, and many homes and businesses were severely affected.

Spain is not new to extreme weather conditions. The country has had a record of devastating droughts and extreme heat in recent years. However, these floods are a reminder that the country is also at risk of flash floods. Environmentalists have warned that climate change is worsening weather conditions globally, prompting calls for more investment in climate resilience measures.

It is clear that this weather event is significant and sad, the loss of life and destruction of property is a tragedy. At the same time, it highlights the need for countries to invest in strategies to address climate change and reduce the risks of extreme weather events.