Flood devastates Southern Spain, flash flood leaves two dead, several missing
Torrential rain and flash flooding have devastated the southern Spanish region of Andalusia, leaving at least two people dead and several others missing.
The heavy rain began on Saturday night and continued for several hours, causing rivers to burst their banks and inundating towns and villages.
The worst-affected areas are in the provinces of Malaga and Cadiz, where emergency services are working to evacuate residents and rescue those who have been trapped.
The regional government has declared a state of emergency and has deployed hundreds of troops to help with the relief effort.
The flash flood in Malaga dragged cars, sweeping away everything in its path.
The swift-moving water swept away cars, overturned buses, and destroyed buildings, leaving behind a trail of devastation.
Rescuers are using boats and helicopters to reach those who are stranded, and emergency shelters have been set up for those who have been displaced.
The authorities are warning that the floodwaters could continue to rise, and they are urging people to stay away from affected areas.
The death toll is feared to rise further, and the search for missing people is ongoing.
The regional president has expressed his condolences to the families of those who have died and said that the government will do everything it can to help those who have been affected.
The heavy rain is expected to continue for the next few days, and the authorities are warning that there could be further flooding.
The flash flood in southern Spain is a reminder of the dangers of extreme weather events
The flash flood in southern Spain is a reminder of the dangers of extreme weather events.
Climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, such as floods, droughts, and heat waves.
It is important to be prepared for these events and to take steps to mitigate their impact.