Spain: bodies have been discovered following severe flooding in south-eastern Spain, as confirmed by Carlos Mazon, the leader of the Valencia region. In a show of respect for the affected families, specific details are being withheld at this time.
Spain has been battered by relentless rain and hailstorms, leading to flash floods wreaking havoc across various regions.
The town of Letur, with a population of less than 1,000, is currently faced with the disappearance of six individuals in the eastern province of Albacete.
While the exact number of recovered bodies remains undisclosed, rescue operations are in full swing, persisting even through the night.
Distressing footage circulating on social media depicts the catastrophic floods causing destruction, sweeping away bridges and vehicles. Additionally, heartbreaking visuals show individuals desperately clinging to trees to evade the rushing waters.
Overwhelmed emergency services and community support
Amidst the chaos, reports indicate a surge in distress calls to radio and TV stations from individuals stranded in flooded areas or in search of missing loved ones.
In conclusion, emergency responders are facing challenges in reaching certain locations. Utilising drones, they are meticulously scouring the severely impacted municipality of Letur in the quest to locate the missing persons.
Enock Katamba is a Ugandan Journalist and Founder of Uncovered UG, an independent digital news platform covering Uganda and international developments. He reports on politics, national affairs, entertainment, sports, business, education and other stories of public interest.