Spain Faces Devastation from Record Floods
Catastrophic floods in Valencia have resulted in over 200 deaths and billions in damage, raising concerns about climate preparedness in the EU.
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Spain's eastern region of Valencia has suffered its worst natural disaster in recent history due to catastrophic floods that caused 219 fatalities, left 93 missing, and damaged infrastructure with losses estimated at 3.8 billion euros. Recovery efforts are mobilizing over 17,000 troops and volunteers, while the government has approved an 11.6 billion euro relief package. Scientists link the disaster to climate change, raising concerns about EU preparedness for such extreme weather events in the future.
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