Spain flashflood kills 92

MADRID – At least 92 people died in Valencia in eastern Spain due to the storm that was accompanied by torrential rains and caused massive flooding, the regional emergency aid service said on its X page.

"The preliminary number of victims is 92," the agency said, adding that the identification of victims continues. Three people died in other regions of Spain.
The storm caused numerous incidents and is considered one of the worst natural disasters in the country's history.

Heavy rainfall, about 445 liters per square meter, hit parts of Valencia and other provinces within just a few hours between Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning.

Railway service remains disrupted in the eastern part of Spain, dozens of highway remain blocked.

Rescue operations continue, with hundreds of servicemen involved. The authorities declared mourning for the victims from October 31 to November 2.

Spaning Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez pledged full government support to the victims of the massive flooding. (PNA)