Torrential downpours and flooding claim the lives of at least 51 individuals in regions of Spain

A heavy rainstorm hit southern Spain, causing severe flooding in areas like Alora, near Malaga, and Picuana, near Valencia. The floods resulted in 51 deaths in the Valencia region and left cars piled up in the streets, covered in mud. The Turia river overflowed, blocking traffic and causing chaos in the affected areas. Residents were seen trying to salvage belongings and clean up their homes in the aftermath of the floods. The extreme rainfall prompted the highest alert from Spain’s meteorological agency, with flash flooding hitting the region hard. Authorities were left dealing with the aftermath of the disaster, with images showing the extent of the damage caused by the torrential rain. The residents were left devastated by the loss of life and destruction caused by the flooding, with many areas still covered in mud and debris. The photographs captured the extent of the devastation and the efforts of the residents to clean up and rebuild their lives following the tragedy.

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