A powerful downpour struck Spain’s Cadaqués in Catalonia on the night of November 8, 2024, causing catastrophic flooding that left vehicles piled up against a bridge near the town’s casino. The heavy rainfall exceeded 100 millimeters per square meter in some areas, sweeping away around 30 to 32 cars. Fortunately, no lives were lost, though the material damage was significant.
This flood follows closely on the heels of the catastrophic events in Valencia, where over 200 people perished. Authorities issued warnings, but some residents ignored them, parking in known flood zones. The flooding has drawn attention to Spain’s need for better preparedness for extreme weather, which climate change seems to be intensifying.
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