The devastation brought by Spain’s floods of the century
1 month, 1 week ago

The devastation brought by Spain’s floods of the century

Al Jazeera  

Twelve days have passed since catastrophic flash floods carved a muddy scar through eastern Spain, killing more than 200 people and soiling the homes of thousands more. The wild newborn river caught thousands unaware, tossed cars around like toys and tore down buildings nearest the normally dry canal banks, which themselves were left widened with ragged edges. The feeling of abandonment of many residents turned into rage, prompting the pelting of Spain’s King and prime minister with clumps of mud when they visited the devastated area. Every person’s foot is caked in mud, in the sticky brown filth that, days after, keeps oozing out of homes and ruined stores no matter how much is shovelled and swept away.

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