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Spain on Alert for Torrential Rain

Spain faces another round of heavy rain as a new weather system hits, prompting orange alerts and emergency measures. The country is still recovering from October's devastating floods.

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What is Spain preparing for?: Spain is bracing for torrential rain and low temperatures as a new weather system, similar to the one that caused devastating floods in October, approaches the Mediterranean coast.
What impact has the recent rainfall already had?: Heavy rainfall has already impacted some areas, leading to flooding and temporary road closures. Emergency services rescued people trapped in floodwaters.
What is the King's involvement in the situation?: King Felipe VI is visiting a military base in Valencia to oversee ongoing search and cleanup operations related to the October floods, amidst criticism of the government's response to the crisis.
How does the current weather system compare to the October event?: The second "Dana" weather system is not expected to be as severe as the October event, which caused 222 confirmed deaths and left 23 people missing. Precautions are being taken, including school and sports activity suspensions.
What is the level of alert issued by the Spanish meteorological agency?: The orange alert, the second highest, signals a significant meteorological event with potential danger to normal activities, affecting regions including Valencia, Catalonia, Andalusia, and the Balearic Islands.

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