'The whole of Spain weeps with you' - at least 158 dead as flash floods sweep Valencia

At least 158 people have been killed in the deadliest flooding to hit Spain for three decades, with torrential rain causing widespread destruction in the eastern region of Valencia. The unprecedented weather event saw a year's worth of rain falling in just eight hours, raising fears that the human toll could rise further as rescue operations continue amid pile-ups on motorways and submerged farmland.

Taoiseach Simon Harris expressed solidarity with Spain, stating that, 'Ireland will help in every way we can.' This reflects a unified approach among European nations to assist those affected by the catastrophic flooding.

Meteorologists noted a significant meteorological phenomenon, with a year's rain recorded in an exceedingly short time span, highlighting the increasing intensity of weather events attributed to climate change, raising concerns over long-term infrastructural resilience in affected regions.

The flooding has particularly impacted Valencia, a major agricultural hub that produces nearly two-thirds of Spain's citrus fruit, potentially leading to significant economic repercussions as many fields have been submerged and infrastructure severely damaged.

Read at Irish Independent