Driver killed and motorway collapses as storms hit France, Portugal and Spain
Summary
Severe storms in parts of France, Portugal, and Spain have caused major damage and disruption. A lorry driver died in France due to a falling tree, and a motorway in Portugal collapsed after a river overflowed. Many areas faced power outages, school closures, flight cancellations, and several people were injured across these countries.Key Facts
- A lorry driver in France died when a tree fell on his vehicle.
- Storms left 900,000 homes in France without power.
- A section of the A1 motorway in Portugal collapsed due to flooding from a river.
- In Spain, schools closed in Catalonia, and the Basque country was on high alert for large waves.
- Strong winds in Spain caused injuries and flight cancellations in Barcelona.
- Portugal experienced a large amount of rain, with 20% of its annual average falling in one week.
- The frequency and severity of these storms are linked to climate change.
- The Portuguese government is working on repairs and monitoring river levels for safety.
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