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    Unprecedented rainfall wreaks havoc in Spain: two lives lost, travel chaos ensues

    Unprecedented rainfall wreaks havoc in Spain: two lives lost, travel chaos ensues

    Spain has witnessed unprecedented levels of rainfall, resulting in the tragic deaths of at least two individuals and widespread travel disruptions. The deluge was caused by a weather phenomenon known as a "DANA" (Depresión Aislada en Niveles Altos), which has had far-reaching consequences throughout the country.

    Unprecedented rainfall wreaks havoc in Spain: two lives lost, travel chaos ensues
    Photo: Unprecedented rainfall wreaks havoc in Spain: two lives lost, travel chaos ensues 
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    In the Madrid region, emergency response teams were mobilized to provide assistance to stranded drivers and affected residents as torrential rains from the DANA led to severe flooding. The situation escalated to a point where a red alert was declared on September 3, urging the population to remain in their homes, with the looming threat of more rain expected on September 4.

    #Madrid mayor #urges residents to stay #indoors as #torrentialrain and severe #storms batter #Spain

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    The #national weather agency, @AEMET_Esp, issued a maximum #redalert, signifying possible extreme #danger, for September 3 in various #parts of Spain.

    👉Details —… pic.twitter.com/l9GNd7VgIX

    — Daryo | Central Asia & Afghanistan (@DaryoEng) September 3, 2023

    The city of Madrid was not the sole victim of this rainstorm, as aerial images released by firefighters in Catalonia depicted extensive flooded areas in the region. A dozen people were rescued from their vehicles, and road and train closures further compounded the travel chaos.

    Weather officials have hinted that the record for rainfall in Madrid, set in 1972 at 87 liters per square meter, is likely to be surpassed by the ongoing deluge. The Spanish soccer league also felt the impact of this extreme weather, as it was forced to postpone Atletico Madrid's home game with Sevilla in light of weather service warnings and the recommendations of Madrid's municipal government.

    The abrupt shift from intense heat and persistent high temperatures experienced throughout August has made the sudden onslaught of heavy rainfall even more striking. This extreme weather event serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of climate patterns and the importance of disaster preparedness in the face of such emergencies.

     

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