Torrential Flooding Hits Eastern Spain, Causing Extensive Damage and Casualties

Torrential rain brought by Storm Adam caused severe flooding in eastern Spain. Local authorities confirmed four people died in the floods: two in the coastal town of Oliva, one near Sagunto, and one in Catalonia. Over 2,000 people, mostly in Oliva, were evacuated from their homes, and residents reported extensive damage to homes, vehicles, and infrastructure.

The flooding affected 87,000 people across eight towns and areas, causing significant damage to regional infrastructure. This disruption follows devastating floods in the Valencia region two years prior, highlighting the ongoing vulnerability of the area to extreme weather events.