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Spain Flood Death Toll Rises to 215

Spain's historic flash floods have claimed 215 lives, with ongoing rescue operations focused on flooded underground parking garages. Authorities are concerned about potential epidemics and social media rumors are complicating search efforts.

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Military Emergency Unit (Ume)Madrid Fire Department

Carlos Mazón

What is the situation in the flooded car park in Sedaví?: In Sedaví, rescuers are working to empty a flooded car park near the Town Hall, responding to reports of people possibly trapped inside. While no victims have been found yet, the search is ongoing.
What is the current death toll from the flash floods in Spain?: The death toll from the flash floods in Spain has risen to 215, with most fatalities in the Valencia region. Rescuers are prioritizing the search for missing persons in flooded underground parking garages and tunnels.
What are the main concerns regarding public health in the affected areas?: Authorities are concerned about the risk of tetanus and other epidemics in the affected areas and are urging residents to get vaccinated. Hundreds of personnel are working to drain flooded parking garages and search for victims.
Why is the Bonaire shopping center parking garage in Aldaia receiving so much attention?: The Bonaire shopping center parking garage in Aldaia is a focus of search efforts, fueled by online rumors of a large number of bodies. Despite these rumors, officials report that no bodies have yet been found in this specific location.
What challenges are rescuers facing at the MN4 shopping center parking garage in Alfafar?: Another major search area is the MN4 shopping center parking garage in Alfafar, where significant pumping efforts are underway to lower the water level. There are concerns about the potential collapse of the sewerage system due to the massive amount of water being pumped out.

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