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Spain Battles Devastating Storms and Floods

Torrential rains and storms hit Spain, causing widespread evacuations and airport disruptions, following deadly floods two weeks prior.

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Pedro SanchezJuanma Moreno

What is the forecast for the coming days?: The heavy rains are expected to continue until Friday. An orange alert was issued for Granada, and the situation is described as "paralyzed" in Malaga due to the intensity and short duration of the rainfall.
What is the current weather situation in Spain?: Spain is experiencing torrential rains and storms, leading to evacuations in several provinces. The national weather office AEMET issued red alerts, its highest level, for Tarragona, Malaga, and Valencia.
What actions have been taken in response to the severe weather?: Over 1,000 homes and almost 3,000 residents have been evacuated in Malaga alone, with the city's commercial center deserted and roads flooded. Malaga Airport experienced flight cancellations and diversions due to the severe weather.
What government actions have been taken regarding flood relief?: Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced an additional aid package of \u20ac3.76 billion ($4 billion) to support flood relief efforts, adding to the \u20ac10.6 billion already pledged after the devastating October storms. The Billie Jean King Cup tennis finals between Spain and Poland were postponed due to the weather.
How do the current storms relate to previous flooding incidents in Spain?: The recent storms follow deadly flash floods two weeks prior that killed more than 200 people across Spain, making them the deadliest floods in modern Spanish history. The government has pledged significant aid packages to help with recovery.

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