Feb 8 • 10:39 UTC 🇪🇸 Spain El Mundo

The devastated landscape left by the train of storms in Andalusia: flooding, agonizing rescues, earthquakes, more than 11,000 evacuated, 150 roads cut off, and the Guadalquivir remains at red level

Andalusia faces significant disaster following severe storms, with thousands evacuated, extensive property damage, and ongoing emergency responses.

Andalusia has been severely impacted by a series of storms, described as a 'train of depressions', leading to extensive flooding and hazardous conditions across the region. Over 11,000 people have been evacuated, and the situation has prompted numerous emergency responses as the region grapples with natural disasters including earthquakes and severe weather events. The heavy rainfall has resulted in significant infrastructure damage, with up to 150 roads rendered impassable, complicating rescue and relief efforts.

Local authorities are seeking urgent funding from both the Spanish government and the European Union to address the devastating impact of the storms on communities. The president of the Junta de Andalucía, Juanma Moreno, highlighted that costs to repair affected roads alone are expected to exceed 500 million euros. This revelation underscores the scale of the disaster and the local government's prioritization of emergency recovery efforts as they aim to restore access and support for residents displaced by flooding.

The Guadalquivir River is currently at a red alert level in several areas, raising concerns about further flooding risks and complicating rescue operations. The situation has led to a significant mobilization of emergency services, reflecting the urgent need for coordinated response efforts to mitigate the ongoing impacts of the storms and protect the safety and well-being of Andalusian residents.

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