Storm Adam in Spain: Death Toll Rises to Four as Record Rainfall Triggers Floods
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Storm Adam has caused widespread flooding in eastern Spain, forcing thousands of people to evacuate and disrupting transport. The latest reports put the death toll at four, while some areas have recorded more than 600 litres of rain per square metre over a short period.
Valencia and Alicante have been among the hardest-hit regions, with overflowing rivers inundating roads and communities. Rescue teams evacuated residents from dangerous areas, including by helicopter. In some locations, people were trapped inside their homes and sought shelter on upper floors and rooftops.
Meteorologists reported 632 millimetres of rainfall in Pego over 36 hours. Several areas in southern Valencia and northern Alicante recorded more than 500 millimetres. The rainfall intensity ranks among the highest recorded in recent decades.
Authorities imposed movement restrictions across dozens of municipalities and urged residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. Military personnel and additional rescue teams were deployed to affected areas. More than 2,000 people were evacuated, and emergency services carried out numerous rescue operations.
Conditions in the Balearic Islands have gradually improved, but the threat of heavy rainfall remains elsewhere. The storm is expected to move towards Catalonia, particularly the provinces of Barcelona and Girona. With the ground already saturated, further downpours could increase the risk of flooding.
The storm has disrupted daily life. Classes were suspended for more than 100,000 students in the Valencian Community, roads were flooded or closed, and transport services experienced interruptions. Fallen trees damaged power lines in some areas.
Meteorologists warn that the atmospheric system behind the storm is unstable, making its development difficult to predict accurately. Residents have been advised to stay away from rivers, low-lying areas and ravines, follow emergency instructions and remain cautious even as rainfall begins to ease.
Meteorologists reported 632 millimetres of rainfall in Pego over 36 hours. Several areas in southern Valencia and northern Alicante recorded more than 500 millimetres. The rainfall intensity ranks among the highest recorded in recent decades.
Authorities imposed movement restrictions across dozens of municipalities and urged residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. Military personnel and additional rescue teams were deployed to affected areas. More than 2,000 people were evacuated, and emergency services carried out numerous rescue operations.
Conditions in the Balearic Islands have gradually improved, but the threat of heavy rainfall remains elsewhere. The storm is expected to move towards Catalonia, particularly the provinces of Barcelona and Girona. With the ground already saturated, further downpours could increase the risk of flooding.
The storm has disrupted daily life. Classes were suspended for more than 100,000 students in the Valencian Community, roads were flooded or closed, and transport services experienced interruptions. Fallen trees damaged power lines in some areas.
Meteorologists warn that the atmospheric system behind the storm is unstable, making its development difficult to predict accurately. Residents have been advised to stay away from rivers, low-lying areas and ravines, follow emergency instructions and remain cautious even as rainfall begins to ease.
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