Spain is reeling from its deadliest flash floods in modern history, with at least 214 lives lost and dozens still missing after torrential rains battered Valencia. 🇪🇸 Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez called it a 'historic tragedy,' mobilizing 10,000 troops and police in a massive rescue and recovery effort.
A Race Against Time ⏳
Sanchez described the operation as Spain's largest peacetime military deployment, urging unity amid the chaos. 'We’re throwing everything we’ve got into this,' he said in a televised address. The floods, likened to a 'real-life disaster movie' by locals, have displaced thousands and left entire neighborhoods submerged.
Europe’s Worst Flood Disaster in Decades 🌍💔
This tragedy marks Europe’s deadliest flood-related event since 1967, when over 500 died in Portugal. Climate experts warn such extreme weather events could become more frequent, sparking urgent calls for climate action. Valencia, known for its sunny beaches, now faces a long road to recovery.
Stay tuned for updates as rescue teams work around the clock. Our hearts go out to those affected. 💙 #SpainStrong
