Severe flooding has struck southern Spain, particularly the Andalusia region, following torrential rainfall that has overwhelmed riverbanks, submerged roads, and forced hundreds of residents to flee their homes.
According to Spanish media outlets, local authorities have ordered the evacuation of 365 families from the village of Campanillas, near Málaga, late Monday evening after a nearby river burst its banks, flooding entire neighborhoods with muddy waters.
🚨 Emergency Response and Shelter Evacuated residents spent the night in a local municipal sports center, which was quickly transformed into a temporary shelter offering beds, food, and basic aid. Authorities remain on high alert as rain continues in some areas, raising fears of additional flooding and landslides.
Antonio Santh, head of Civil Protection for Andalusia, confirmed that 19 rivers across the region are currently under red alert—the highest level of warning—for potential overflow and flooding risks.
🚧 Transport & Education Disruptions In response to the growing emergency, several roads have been closed, including vital commuter routes. Schools in the affected municipalities have been suspended for at least 24 hours, with the possibility of further closures depending on weather developments.
🌧️ Weather Warnings Continue The Spanish Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has extended weather alerts across multiple provinces, urging citizens to avoid travel unless absolutely necessary and to stay informed through official channels. Emergency services remain deployed on the ground, helping stranded drivers and managing evacuation efforts in low-lying areas.
📍 Campanillas is one of the most severely impacted zones, but nearby towns are also experiencing rising water levels and power outages.
Authorities are asking citizens to remain calm and cooperate with rescue teams, as meteorologists predict the rain will continue intermittently throughout the next 48 hours.
🔁 More updates to follow as the situation develops.
