فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
The city of Ávila, located about 100 kilometers from Madrid, has been partially submerged due to severe flooding caused by weeks of heavy rainfall across Spain. The Adaja and Chico rivers have overflowed, forcing emergency evacuations and prompting the city to declare a state of emergency.
Mayor Jesús Manuel Sánchez Cabrera stated that the city remains on high alert, with measures in place to address the crisis. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, particularly the melting snow in nearby mountains, which could exacerbate the flooding.
Recent storms, including Storm Martinho, have brought significant rainfall to Spain, making this March one of the wettest on record. The country’s reservoirs have seen a substantial increase in water levels, potentially alleviating a prolonged drought. However, the infrastructure is under pressure due to extreme weather conditions.
In Ávila, firefighters rescued over 40 children from a flooded religious retreat center. The city’s historic fortifications and infrastructure have been impacted by the flooding, with several areas remaining inaccessible.
The situation in Ávila reflects broader challenges faced by Spain, where 14 regions are under weather warnings due to rain, snow, and strong winds. Despite the relief that recent rains have brought to drought-stricken areas, concerns about flooding and infrastructure resilience persist.
