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Floods in Spain Kill Dozens After a Month’s Rain Falls Within 24 Hours

HeadlineOct 30, 2024

At least 51 people have been killed in regions across southern and eastern Spain, including the region of Valencia, after torrential rains triggered devastating floods, leaving entire roads and towns under water. Officials said the death toll is likely to grow as search and rescue efforts continue. More than a month’s worth of rain fell in less than 24 hours in some areas of southern and eastern Spain, with authorities saying this is one of the worst natural disasters to hit Spain in recent years.

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