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Heavy rains in Spain leave floods and at least one dead

Heavy rains caused by storm Laurence continue to rip through Spain, causing at least one death, overflowing rivers, accidents, blocked roads and evacuations in several regions.

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After the 2024 Valencia floods, thousands of photos are to be restored

In Valencia, with the help of volunteers and artificial intelligence, technicians are restoring thousands of photos damaged by last October's floods.

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Spain to grant residency to immigrants hit by Valencia floods

The October disaster destroyed countless homes and businesses and killed more than 200 people.

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Northern Sicily covered in mud after floods

The village of Zafferia is at the centre of the clean-up efforts, with firefighters and rescue workers clearing mud and securing the area.

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Storm Ivo causes more major flooding in Redon, red alert declared

The depression Ivo caused renewed flooding in Redon, with the Vilaine reaching 5.3 metres. Three western départements are on red alert and 1,000 people have been evacuated.

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Western Europe suffering from aftermath of storms Herminia and Éowyn

Violent winds and torrential rain have hit western Europe, causing flooding in many regions, particularly in France, and leading to severe power outages in Ireland.

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Storm Herminia disrupts and floods Ille-et-Vilaine

After storm Herminia, historic flooding hits Ille-et-Vilaine. In Redon, the situation is critical with closed roads and disrupted traffic as water levels are still rising.

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Storm Herminia: Brittany hit by floods

Herminia has caused historic flooding in Brittany, severely affecting Ille-et-Vilaine. Emergency services are on high alert as the Vilaine rises.

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Valencia president positive on tourism recovery following floods

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The Region of Valencia showcases its resilience at FITUR after October's floods, emphasising recovery and sustainable tourism growth with no additional tourist taxes.

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Morgue pictures don't show hidden bodies of Valencia flood victims

The pictures show morgues in the US, rather than an attempt by the media to hide photos of the victims of the floods in Valencia.

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Valencia holds memorial service for flood victims

The King and Queen of Spain presided over a ceremony also attended by high-ranking Spanish politicians.

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One month after Storm Dana, Valencia begins its recovery

Valencia continues to suffer from the effects of one of Spain's most devastating natural disasters in recent years. Nevertheless, the Valencian community has begun its path towards recovery.

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One month after deadly flood, Valencia's transport system struggles

The Valencian metro service, which serves an average of 7.5 million people monthly, remains paralysed nearly a month after the passage of Storm DANA.

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Sánchez defends flood response and announces 2.27 billion aid package

The Prime Minister defended the state's management of the floods in the face of criticism from the Popular Party and insisted his government is open to opening a commission of enquiry.

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Storm Bert hits western United Kingdom, causing widespread flooding

Storm Bert caused widespread flooding across the western UK on Sunday. The Rhondda Cynon Taf area in Wales was hardest hit, with flooding also reported in Caerphilly and Newport. Landslides were reported in Wrexham and Powys.

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Did Spain use a false helicopter crash tweet to distract from floods?

Spain's leading news agency EFE has been under fire over the past week for accidentally publishing misinformation on two separate occasions.

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Historic floods in Malaga leave city paralysed and thousands homeless

Malaga has been hit by its worst floods in decades, with relentless downpours causing widespread disruption.

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Heavy rain causes flooding and destruction in Italy's Sicily region

Severe rainstorms lashed Sicily in southern Italy from Tuesday into Wednesday, sweeping cars out to sea and damaging homes.

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Málaga floods wreak havoc as storms lash Spain again

Spain is grappling with another wave of extreme weather, only weeks after flash floods devastated Valencia and other regions, killing over 220 people.

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‘Climate change kills’ Spain PM tells COP29 as floods strike again

Spain faced new extreme weather alerts this week just a fortnight after flooding devastated Valencia.