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Devastating Storm Unleashes Chaos in Valencia: Over 60 Dead, Multiple Missing Amid Historic Floods

València, Spain — The province of València has been struck by a severe meteorological event known as a DANA (isolated high-altitude depression), leading to the worst human tragedy since the Tous dam collapse in 1982. Official sources report at least 62 fatalities, with ongoing rescue efforts to locate numerous missing individuals, including several civil guards trapped in the municipality of Paiporta. The destructive weather system, which also impacted Albacete and parts of Andalusia, has rendered …

Valencia Village Devastated: Community Unites to Clean Debris and Oil-Clad Streets After Catastrophic Flood

Aldaia, Spain — The town of Aldaia, located just west of Valencia near the bustling airport, has been overwhelmed by a catastrophic flood that left the community in disarray. In the wake of the disaster, streets were lined with the remnants of lives disrupted: mud-soaked household items like wardrobes, toys, and appliances formed mounting heaps along the curbsides. As the town wrestles with the aftermath, a spontaneous and robust volunteer movement has emerged. Locals and …

Tragedy Strikes Valencia: Multiple Fatalities and Chaos as Unprecedented Flooding Ravages the Region

Valencia, Spain — Multiple fatalities have been reported following severe flooding and relentless rainfall in Valencia, as confirmed by regional President Carlos Mazon. Amidst the disastrous conditions, emergency crews have conducted extensive recovery operations in various affected locales, although exact death tolls have not been disclosed in consideration of the grieving families, some of whom are still missing or awaiting notification. Carlos Mazon addressed the situation during a live broadcast, announcing the grim discovery of …

Valencia Fire: 4 Dead, 19 Missing in Spain Apartment Block Inferno

VALENCIA, SPAIN – A devastating fire ripped through a multi-storey apartment block in the Campanar neighborhood of Valencia, leaving at least four people dead and 14 others injured, with 19 still missing. The fire broke out on the fourth floor and quickly spread, engulfing the building in flames and thick black smoke. Jorge Suarez Torres, deputy director of emergency services for the Valencia region, confirmed the death toll and the number of injuries. The fire, …