Deadly Spain Floods
Torrential Rain Causes Deadly Flooding and Landslides, Two Women Die in Rural Spain
Two elderly women have died after a flash flood and landslide tore through the village of Manzanedo de Valdueza in northwestern Spain, according to Yahoo News. The women were aged around 60 and 80 years old. Two babies were also caught in the floodwaters and treated for bruises.
Emergency services from the Castile and León region confirmed the deaths, according to KELO. Seven regions across Spain were placed on yellow storm alert for Sunday. The disaster follows weeks of record high temperatures and a string of deadly wildfires.
Flash Flood Strikes Small Village in Castile and León
The flood and landslide hit Manzanedo de Valdueza, a rural village in the Castile and León region near Pontevedra. Torrential rain caused the disaster, sending water and debris rushing through the area. Emergency services rushed to the scene after the flooding struck, according to WSAU.
The two women — one around 60, the other around 80 — were killed in the disaster. Two babies were also injured and treated for bruises. The exact circumstances of their deaths have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Seven Regions Put on Yellow Storm Alert Sunday
Spain's Civil Protection service issued storm warnings ahead of Sunday's weather. Seven regions were placed on yellow alert for heavy rain and storms, according to WDEZ. A yellow alert means conditions are dangerous and people should take care, especially near rivers and low-lying areas.
Authorities urged residents in affected areas to stay indoors and avoid travel near flood-prone zones. The alert covered a broad stretch of the country, signaling that the risk of further flooding remained high.
Floods Follow Weeks of Wildfires and Record Heat
The flooding comes after Spain endured weeks of record high temperatures this summer. Those extreme temperatures fueled a series of devastating wildfires across the country, according to WIFC. The back-to-back disasters have put enormous pressure on emergency services.
The swing from extreme heat to heavy rain is part of a broader pattern seen across Europe in recent summers. Scientists have linked more intense and unpredictable weather events to climate change. Spain has been one of the hardest-hit countries in Western Europe.
Deaths Confirmed by Regional Emergency Services
The deaths were confirmed by emergency services in Castile and León, according to WHBL. Rescue teams worked to reach those caught in the flood and assess damage in the village. Officials have not yet released the names of the victims.
The two injured babies were taken for medical treatment and are not reported to be in life-threatening condition. Local authorities are continuing to monitor the situation as more rain is expected across the region.
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