The key facts

  • At least four dead, more than 400 rescue operations in the Valencia region
  • Two people died in Oliva, including a 79-year-old woman
  • Around 100 municipalities were ordered to stay indoors; most restrictions were lifted by midday Monday

Floods in eastern Spain claim the lives of at least four people

Torrential rains led to severe flooding in eastern Spain. According to Euronews, at least four people died, and more than 400 rescue operations were carried out in the Valencia region.

Consequences of the disaster

Rushing water swept away parked cars, flooded roads and left some residents trapped; rescuers evacuated people by helicopter.

Oliva — one of the hardest-hit areas

Two people died in Oliva, including a 79-year-old woman found in her home.

Restrictions for the population

Authorities ordered around 100 municipalities to stay indoors for several hours while the Mediterranean coast was battered by heavy rains. Most restrictions were lifted by early Monday afternoon as the situation improved.