Flood in rural northwestern Spain kills two, injures two babies
Summary
Heavy rain caused a flood and landslide in a small village in northwestern Spain, killing two elderly women and injuring two babies. Rescue teams responded quickly, and one missing man was found safe. This extreme weather event follows weeks of heatwaves and wildfires in Spain.Key Facts
- The flood and landslide happened in Manzanedo de Valdueza, a rural village in Castile and Leon, Spain.
- Two women, around 60 and 80 years old, died in the disaster.
- Two babies were injured with bruises but survived.
- A man in his 80s was reported missing but was later found unharmed.
- Emergency services, including firefighters, police, and ambulances, responded to the scene.
- The flood was caused by heavy rain after weeks of hot weather and wildfires in Spain.
- The flood also damaged nearby areas, including the village of Bouzas.
- The region had experienced severe wildfires in 2025, making it vulnerable to extreme weather events.
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