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Severe Flooding in Southern Spain Claims One Life, Search for Missing Continues

Heavy rainfall from storm 'Laurence' has caused widespread evacuations, transportation disruptions, and ongoing rescue efforts in Andalusia and Murcia.

  • A woman's body was recovered near Constantina after her car was swept away by floodwaters; her husband remains missing.
  • Hundreds of residents have been evacuated in Andalusia and Murcia as river levels rise dangerously.
  • A cyclist has also been reported missing in the region, adding to the urgency of search and rescue operations.
  • Floodwaters have caused significant transportation disruptions, with roads closed and train services interrupted.
  • The flooding has drawn comparisons to the October 2024 disaster, which resulted in over 230 fatalities, highlighting the region's vulnerability to extreme weather.
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