At least 95 people have died due to severe flooding in Spain, with the majority of fatalities occurring in the Valencia region, where 92 individuals lost their lives. Two deaths were reported in Castilla-La Mancha and one in Andalusia. Spanish Minister of Territorial Policy Ángel Víctor Torres indicated that these figures are preliminary and may rise further. In response to the disaster, the Spanish government declared three days of national mourning starting October 31.
The European Union has activated its Copernicus satellite system to assist Spanish rescue operations, as announced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Additionally, Germany has offered its support, with Chancellor Olaf Scholz stating that Berlin is in dialogue with Madrid regarding potential aid. German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser described the flooding as a "terrible natural disaster."
The flooding, caused by heavy rainfall, has left 155,000 households without electricity in the Valencia region, impacting roadways, air travel, and rail services. Spain's State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has issued a heightened danger level for Valencia and parts of Andalusia, with forecasts indicating that adverse weather conditions will persist until October 31. The Spanish Parliament commenced its session on October 30 with a moment of silence in honor of the victims.