Well .........if it ain't the brits ......... fucking wrecking spain ......it's the fucking weather .....can't win for losing .....we all know the brits have fucked up spain for many years ....and this is the icing on the old proverbial cake....... as they say .......now oranges will go through the roof .......but personally .........me........... i say it's fucking payback for all the bull fighting ...i despise bullfighting ........ and think this is payback............ and the bastards that go watch it ......you are sick servile repugnant low life bastards ........... to watch this so called entertainment .....no sympathy from me .......we are all to blame for the weather is.......... suck it up butter cup !!!!!!!.....sympathy is for the terminally ill and dying
Spain flooding UPDATES: 'At least' 63 dead in 'apocalyptic' scenes as town 'cut off' in Valencia
Dozens of people are dead after heavy storms from Cyclone Dana over Spain's east coast caused heavy flooding which surged through towns and villages, sweeping away cars as an emergency was dec
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More than 60 people are dead and several more remain missing after heavy rainfall in Valencia, eastern Spain, caused huge flash floods to surge through towns and villages.
The mayor of one town hit hardest by the storm claims "dozens" are feared dead in "apocalyptic" scenes after raging floodwaters swept through the region. The town of Paiporta has been "isolated" after Storm Dana swept over Spain's east coast, with Mayor Maribel Albalat saying the town is "cut off" and "nothing works".
Churning mud-coloured waters swept through areas from Malaga down to Valencia as emergency teams come to the rescue of those trapped in their homes. Terrifying images and video shared from the areas affected have shown the several-feet high rapid waters sweeping away cars.
Death toll rises again, to 64
Another person has been confirmed dead in the tragedy.
The latest sad confirmation brings the grim total to 64.
Town 'cut off' in 'apocalyptic' scenes
A Spanish town has been "cut off" after being hit by "apocalyptic" flooding, according to the mayor. "Dozens" in the own of Paiporta hare feared dead after Cyclone Dana swept through the region.
Maribel Albalat, Mayor of Paiporta, described the storms as "worse than the flood of 1957 in Valencia". She went on to explain that the town was "isolated" and "cut off", saying "nothing works" and residents do not have "even water". Despite fears that "dozens" are dead, Ms Albalat said they could not give an exact death toll as the number appears to be "fluctuating".
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Urgent Spain travel warning from Foreign Office
The UK Foreign Office has issued a travel warning for Brits hoping to holiday abroad in Spain as torrential flooding hits the country. In an updated travel advisory, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) said: "Severe weather and flooding is affecting many areas of Southern and Eastern Spain, particularly the Valencia region and Castilla La Mancha. Journeys may be affected. Check the latest weather warnings from Spain's meteorological office before you travel and follow instructions from local authorities."
Anyone who has booked a trip to Spain this week is advised to check the FCDO travel page regularly for updates, along with keeping a close eye on weather warnings from Spain's meteorological office. It comes amid reports that passengers are stranded in airports as Storm Dana continues to wreak havoc.
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'Apocalyptic' flooding 'cuts off' town which has no water
The mayor of a town in Valencia claims they have been “completely cut off” by the "apocalyptic" devastation - and there could be dozens of deaths in the area.
Paiporta is located around ten kilometres from Valencia and has no water as a result of the flooding overnight.
Mayor Maribel Albalat told À Punt the current death toll in the area is “fluctuating” and could be in the dozens. He described the damage as "apocalyptic".
The mayor added Paiporta is “cut off” and has no water. So far, five people have been confirmed dead.
He said: "There are dozens of deaths in Paiporta. They are giving me numbers but the figures vary and I prefer not to give an exact number."
'We have nothing but the clothes on our backs'
A couple have revealed how they have been left with only the “clothes on their back” as a result of the flooding.
Silvia Ávila and Eleuterio Torres fled their home early yesterday morning and when they returned found the waters had reached the roof of their home.
They told Sur: “We have been left with nothing but the clothes we have on our backs.
“The water has almost reached the roof; we have lost an entire furnished house."
'Looting' reported as people await rescue in areas of Spain still underwater
Reports of looting have been reported online in areas of Valencia where there is no available drinking water or electricity.
People have claimed on X some have taken to breaking into shops in areas including Massanassa and Catarroja.
One person wrote on X: “They are looting shops, there is no drinking water or electricity, there is no help.
“No one does anything, no one says what to do, people are running out of battery, please help!”
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'My son called me from roof to say goodbye as deadly Spanish floods ripped through Valencia'
A distraught man called his mother to say goodbye as floods continue to batter tourist areas in Spain.
A woman identified only by her first name, María, told local media how her mother called her "very worried, crying and very anxious" earlier today. Her brother Toni, 27, who works on an industrial estate in Ribarrojo in Spain's Valencian Community, had called their mother to speak to her one last time as he feared he may be killed by
Speaking to Hora 25, María explained how the family "immediately went on alert" after receiving the call. She said: "We managed to speak to them through a colleague who still had his mobile phone on him, but at this moment the colleague's mobile phone no longer gives a signal."
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Flooding survivors spent night on roofs of cars, houses and petrol station
Survivors of last night’s huge storm in Valencia spent the night on the roofs of cars, shops and petrol stations as they waited for rescue.
Flooding in Aldaia was caused when the Barranc de la Saleta burst its banks.
Around 50 people remain trapped in the local shopping centre.
'All of Spain feels your pain'
The Prime Minister of Spain says the nation “feels the pain” of people who have lost loved ones in the tragedy.
Pedro Sanchez said in a televised address: “For those who are looking for their loved ones, all of Spain feels your pain. Our priority is to help you.
“We are putting all the resources necessary so we can recover from this tragedy."
Number of dead in Valencia floods increases to 63
The number of dead in the Spanish flooding has jumped to 63, emergency services have confirmed.
More could yet be found as rescue teams continue to look through the wreckage in Valencia.
Spanish football teams unite in sorrow for lives lost in flood waters
Spanish football clubs have rallied in the wake of the flooding in Valencia.
Local side Valencia CF said: “Valencia CF would like to send its sincere condolences to the families and friends of those who died.
“Much strength to all the neighbours and affected populations and to the groups that are working on the prevention and consequences of the effects of the storm.
“The Club is at the disposal of the authorities and the affected municipalities to help in any way possible.”
Rivals Real Madrid added: “Real Madrid C. F., the club's president and the Board of Directors would like to extend their condolences to the families and loved ones of the people who have lost their lives as a result of the storm that has hit many areas of our country, especially in the provinces of Valencia and Albacete.
“Real Madrid is deeply saddened and expresses its solidarity with all the people affected by this catastrophe, to whom it conveys all its full support and sympathy.”
Barcelona added: “FC Barcelona wishes to express its sympathy to the relatives of the victims and our solidarity with the counties in Valencia and parts of Albacete and Andalusia affected by the torrential rain.”
Warnings for 'very heavy showers' in place for coming hours
An orange warning for “very heavy showers” remains in place for areas of Spain for at least two more hours.
Agencia Estatal de Meteorología said people in some areas, including Valencia, will have less rainfall.
However, those in inland Castellón will have more until at least 2pm local time (1pm UK time).
The forecaster said: “Heavy rains are easing off in the province of Valencia on Wednesday, but there is still an orange warning in until 2:00 p.m.
“Caution in the northeast of the peninsula and western Andalusia: very heavy showers are possible. Stay informed!”
Tornadoes hit Valencia at height of terrifying storm
A number of tornadoes hit Valencia at the height of last night’s storm, which were caught on video.
One twister, of unknown strength, was seen in the Benifaio area of the eastern city. Another is feared to have hit a main road, amid heavy rain in the region.
It is unknown if the tornadoes caused any casualties.
Death toll rises again as woman, 88, found dead
The number of people killed in the tragedy has again risen, after the sad discovery of an elderly woman’s body.
At least 52 people have now been confirmed dead as a result of the flood waters.
The central government office for Castilla La Mancha region has now confirmed an 88-year-old woman was found dead in the city of Cuenca.
More are expected to follow in the coming hours.
'Everything is a total wreck, the neighbourhood is destroyed'
A bar owner in the village of Barrio de la Torre, Valencia, has described the scenes near his business, where the mud is nearly 30cm deep.
Christian Viena said: “The neighbourhood is destroyed, all the cars are on top of each other, it's literally smashed up.
"Everything is a total wreck, everything is ready to be thrown away. The mud is almost 30 centimetres deep."
Rumours of 'evacuated towns' dismissed by Spanish officials
Spanish officials have called on residents to not share incorrect information, amid a rumour a town was evacuated.
False claims were made online saying L'Horta Sud was emptied of people.
An official shared online: “Please, let us not be part of hoaxes.
“It is important to follow the information through official channels. No town is being evacuated.”
Valencia president's 'dismay' at flooding crisis
Valencia president Carlos Mazon has posted his “dismay” at the crisis which has hit his area.
In an emotional post on X, he said: “These are very difficult times for relatives and missing persons.
“In the next few hours we will confirm the number of victims, but right now it is still impossible to provide an exact figure. We are dismayed.
“We reiterate the importance of NOT travelling by road, both in the province of Valencia and in Castellón.”
He added the number for relatives of missing people to call is (+34) 900 365 112.
Sunlight reveals devastation caused by surging floodwaters
The morning after the night before has laid bare the scenes of horror around Spain, as rescue teams and survivors get to work.
This morning's light has shown huge piles of cars, which were swept away by the sheer force of water last night, in towns and main roads.
Rescue efforts are ongoing in towns hit by the severe flooding. Once any possible survivors are located, the difficult task of cleaning up wil begin.
Where in Spain has been hit hardest?
The Civil Guard has confirmed "at least" 51 people have been killed so far in the carnage on Spain's eastern side.
Towns worst affected in the Valencia region include Torrent, Paiporta, and Chiva where surges of muddy water were reported.
The sad death toll is expected to rise in the coming hours as search teams look through the ruins of what were homes hours ago.
King of Spain sends condolences to dozens of dead in X post
The King of Spain has posted his condolences to the families to the dozens of people killed in the flood waters.
King Felipe VI said on X: “Devastated by the latest news. Our deepest condolences to the families and friends of the more than 50 deceased.
“Strength, courage and all the necessary support for all those affected.
“Our warmest message and recognition to local and regional authorities and all emergency services, Armed Forces and State Security Forces and Corps for the titanic work they have been doing from the very beginning.”
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