Severe Weather Alerts Issued Across Spain

Spain is currently facing severe weather conditions as several regions, particularly Málaga and Tarragona, are under red and orange alerts for heavy rain and storms, prompting thousands of evacuations. Approximately 3,000 residents have been moved from flood-prone areas near the Guadalhorce River as authorities brace for the impacts of a new storm system, known as DANA, which follows a recent catastrophic flooding event that claimed at least 223 lives. Schools have been closed, and non-essential services are suspended in various municipalities, including Valencia and Catalonia, where the risk of further flooding remains high. Emergency services are actively monitoring the situation and have set up sandbags in vulnerable areas. The military has also been deployed to raise awareness of the risks, advising people to stay indoors and avoid travel. The swift response this time contrasts with the criticized handling of the previous disaster, as public pressure mounts on local leaders to ensure safety and preparedness.