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More than 140 towns face confinement in Valencia and Alicante
The Generalitat Valenciana has told residents in more than 140 towns across southern Valencia and northern Alicante to stay home as heavy rain intensifies. Emergency services report 781 incidents, and the UME has joined the response.
Searchers find Cabrera de Mar flood victim at port
The 35-year-old was found at Premià de Mar port, about six kilometres from where she entered the water during Saturday’s torrential rain. Search crews worked through the night.
Flood Surge Leaves Woman Missing in Cabrera de Mar
A woman from Malgrat de Mar remained missing after a swollen stream swept her away in Cabrera de Mar. Her daughter was rescued by the girl’s father as Cabrils recorded 37.8 litres per square metre in 10 minutes.
Dana Adam puts Valencia and Alicante under red rain alert
Parts of eastern Spain could receive more than 300 litres per square metre in 24 hours. Flooding has already prompted more than 100 emergency calls in Almería’s Poniente area and disrupted rail services in Catalonia.
Clashes erupt at Vito Quiles rally in Pamplona
Two counter-protests were scheduled in Pamplona before Quiles’s event, prompting a large police deployment. The Navarra government condemned his rhetoric and rejected any violent response.
AVE fire halts Madrid-Barcelona trains before services resume
A fire in an AVE’s rear cab stopped high-speed traffic near Ricla. All 283 passengers in one account were evacuated without injuries, though EFE and Telemadrid reported 380 people aboard.
Remote attacks disrupt supermarkets in three countries
Remote tampering pushed refrigerator temperatures as high as 50°C in French supermarkets, spoiling stock at hundreds of stores. Belgium and the Netherlands faced separate retail disruptions, and investigators have not linked the incidents.
Fire shuts Madrid to Barcelona high-speed line for five hours
Flames in an AVE’s rear cab forced 283 passengers off near Ricla. Two received care for dizziness as the fire halted 40 train movements on a holiday.
Madrid Sol clashes leave young woman detained
A young woman was detained after bottles were thrown near Puerta del Sol. At least two people had been detained by day's end, and a police officer was injured.
Flood Sweeps Away Homes and Bridges in Nepal
A sudden flood in Nepal's Gorkha province swept away about 40 homes and several bridges. Five people are missing, while helicopters search and officials warn downstream residents to evacuate.
Riyadh Airport Closed After Reported Missile Strike
A missile reportedly hit Riyadh airport on October 10, sending injured people to hospitals and disrupting flights. Saudi authorities had not confirmed the Saturday incident at publication time.
Police Detain Rafael Amargo After Madrid Home Fight
Rafael Amargo and his partner were detained in Carabanchel after police say a fight followed an alleged overnight intrusion. The bailaor also faces an accusation involving an officer.
Guardia Civil breaks up catalytic converter theft gang in Spain
A mobile gang stripping catalytic converters from parked cars has been busted by the Guardia Civil after a string of thefts across Zaragoza, Palencia, Granada, and Valladolid. The crackdown exposes how these car parts became a magnet for thieves.
Hospital Mpox Death Puts San Sebastián Protocol Under Scrutiny
A 61-year-old cancer patient died after contracting Mpox at Hospital Donostia. More than 30 contacts are under medical surveillance as Osakidetza defends its response.
Guardia Civil busts Madrid-based gang behind catalytic converter thefts across Spain
A Madrid gang accused of ripping catalytic converters from parked cars in several Spanish provinces has been broken up by the Guardia Civil. The crackdown sheds light on dozens of thefts and the growing problem of car part crime.
Rodalies trains resume after Semaf validates safety reports
Rodalies services are returning in stages after Semaf approved the safety reports required by drivers. Storm-damaged sections remain closed while new operational checks continue.
Fire rips through Valdemoro apartment block after suspected explosion
A four-storey residential building in Valdemoro’s hospital district erupted in flames early Wednesday. Authorities suspect an explosion may have triggered the fire. The building was evacuated as firefighters and Guardia Civil rushed to the scene. The number of victims and the exact cause remain unknown.
Rodalies train drivers halt all service across Catalonia
Rodalies has suspended all service in Catalonia after drivers refused to run trains. Renfe and Adif say safety conditions are met, but passengers face road alternatives and an uncertain return to normal service.
Torrential rain traps drivers across Tarragona
Emergency crews have rescued 24 people from vehicles across Tarragona. Xerta suffered the worst flooding as alerts spread toward Barcelona and Girona.
Storm Cuts Rail Link Between Sant Vicenç de Calders and Tarragona
Rain stopped trains between Sant Vicenç de Calders and Tarragona for about 40 minutes. The disruption affected the R14, R15, R16 and R17 lines, while Renfe restored service at 21:50.
Torrential rain cuts Catalonia roads and triggers emergency rescues
Catalonia is facing a fourth day of torrential rain. Rescuers have freed 22 people as roads remain closed across Tarragona and alerts spread to 12 comarcas.
Catalonia storm keeps emergency services on high alert
Rain is moving north across Catalonia, with storms expected to bring up to 60 mm in three hours. Crews are restoring power while firefighters search for a missing child in Granollers.
Porsche 911 GT3 driver sets French speed record at 312 kmh
A Porsche 911 GT3 was clocked at 312 km/h on a mountain highway in Haute-Savoie, shattering France’s public road speed record. The driver now faces criminal charges, a hefty fine, and the loss of both car and license.
Car fire on Madrid ring road triggers traffic chaos and injuries
A car burst into flames on the M-40 near El Pardo just as a chain collision in the opposite lane left two people with minor injuries. Emergency crews responded rapidly, closing lanes and causing major delays for drivers.
British Airways jet drops 28,000 feet before returning to Heathrow
British Airways flight BA295 descended from about 37,000 feet to 9,000 feet over Ireland after a technical problem. The Boeing 777-200ER declared an emergency and returned to Heathrow after 4 hours and 47 minutes in the air.
Fourth arrest follows ideological attack on Oviedo housing camp
Police have arrested a fourth suspect after an attack on Oviedo's housing camp. All four detainees face allegations linked to public disorder and ideological hatred.
Granollers in turmoil after late storm alert
A sudden downpour left Granollers flooded and commuters stranded. Emergency alerts came too late, and locals are demanding answers from city officials.
Granollers hit by flash floods as Catalonia faces severe weather emergency
Granollers woke to flooded streets and school closures as Catalonia’s emergency alert system was triggered by sudden, intense rainfall. Transport, hospitals, and thousands of residents faced disruption, with authorities warning the situation had surpassed all forecasts.
Search for missing young man resumes in Pineda de Mar after torrential rains
Rescue teams in Pineda de Mar have restarted their search for a young man swept away by floodwaters after a weekend of intense rainfall. The operation was paused overnight and now faces renewed challenges as heavy rain returns to the region.
Red alert hits Barcelona outskirts over extreme rainfall threat
AEMET has raised the warning to red across Barcelona's inland outskirts. Torrential rain threatens sudden flooding while emergency teams search for one missing person.
Deadly floods hit Spain as storms trigger chaos in multiple provinces
Spain is reeling from a violent storm system that has unleashed deadly floods and landslides. Emergency alerts remain in force across four provinces, with rivers overflowing, roads cut off, and fatalities reported in Catalonia. Authorities urge extreme caution as the crisis deepens.
Tropical storm leaves Catalonia reeling with deaths and chaos
A rare storm with tropical features has battered Catalonia, killing two people and leaving one missing. Torrential rain shattered records, flooding towns and forcing evacuations as emergency crews raced to respond. The region now faces a slow recovery from widespread damage.
Spanish footballer flees on foot after late night crash in Almería
A night out in Almería ended in chaos for UD Almería player Álex Sola, who allegedly crashed his car while under the influence and then abandoned the scene on foot. Police are now investigating the incident, which was caught on video.
Two young people drown while swimming at Guardamar de Segura beach
Two young people lost their lives after entering the water at Els Vivers beach in Guardamar de Segura despite a red flag. Emergency teams attempted resuscitation but could not save them. The incident highlights a troubling rise in drownings across the Valencian Community.
Deadly flood sweeps through Madrigueras after record rainfall
A torrent of water surged through Madrigueras in Albacete after 142 litres of rain fell per square metre in just hours. Homes and streets were inundated, a 102-year-old woman died, and emergency teams carried out dozens of rescues.
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