Spain struck by horror floods leaving high streets submerged and dozens of flights cancelled
Travel chaos as flooding hits Spain and closes airports
- Heavy rainstorms in Spain caused widespread flooding across Catalonia and the Balearic Islands, leading to significant disruption.
- Dozens of flights were cancelled and several airports temporarily closed due to lightning strikes and strong winds.
- High streets were submerged, cars were seen sinking, and train services were suspended, including the R15 line due to a collapsed wall.
- Firefighters responded to nearly 400 incidents, with the highest rainfall recorded at 81.7 litres per square metre in Caldes de Montbui.
- A flood alert was issued, advising residents to take extreme precautions, and a pre-alert remains for continued heavy rainfall in northeastern Catalonia.