Spain is grappling with the aftermath of severe flooding that has hit regions like Valencia and now threatens Barcelona. Following a powerful storm last week that unleashed a year’s worth of rain over the Valencia area, rescue teams continue to search for missing...
Rescuers Search Valencia as Barcelona Braces for Torrential Rain
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