Devastating Valencia Floods: Worst in 30 Years

At least 64 people died due to severe flooding in Valencia, Spain, caused by intense rainfall. The region, a key citrus producer, faced extensive devastation. Rescue efforts were hampered by accessibility issues, while meteorologists linked the disaster to climate change's impact on extreme weather events.

Torrential rain resulted in at least 64 fatalities in Spain's Valencia region, marking the country's deadliest flooding in three decades. Local authorities reported severe damage and accessibility issues in several areas after Tuesday's downpour.

A year's worth of rain fell in just eight hours, severely impacting Valencia's farming activities. The region is crucial to Spain's citrus production, with about 60% of national output.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez pledged to rebuild the destroyed infrastructure, resonating with citizens amid ongoing rescue operations. The floods, linked to climate change, highlight the increasing frequency of severe weather across Europe.

(With inputs from agencies.)