Catalonia on alert for 'mini-hurricane' as Spain's rain warnings intensify
Forecasters warn of torrential overnight rain, a day after flooding elsewhere in Spain killed a 102-year-old woman.
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Authorities in Spain's Catalonia region have issued an alert for a so-called "mini-hurricane" as weather warnings for heavy rain intensify across the country.
Forecasters have warned of torrential rain overnight, raising concerns about further flooding. The alert comes a day after flooding in southeastern Spain killed a 102-year-old woman, underscoring the risks posed by the latest round of severe weather.
Regional authorities have not detailed specific evacuation orders or closures connected to the Catalonia alert, though such warnings are typically accompanied by advice for residents in flood-prone areas to take precautions.
Spain has experienced a series of intense rain events in recent days, with meteorological officials continuing to monitor conditions as the latest system moves across the country.
Sources
- Spain's Catalonia on alert for 'mini-hurricane' as rain warnings intensify — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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