Maps, satellite images reveal Spain flood impact as death toll hits 205
"Entire houses have disappeared," says a local mayor in Spain's flood-battered Valencia region. "We don't know if there were people inside."
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Over 200 dead after floods in Spain
Search and recovery operations are still underway in Spain, where the death toll from this week's monstrous floods has risen above 200. BBC News correspondent Nicky Schiller has more.
Death toll from historic flooding in Spain soars to at least 158
Floods sparked by torrential rain in Spain's Valencia region have left at least 158 people dead and others missing amid mud-caked debris.
Crushed cars, destruction after floods
Officials say at least 150 people died in floods that slammed Spain's Valencia region, where search and rescue operations continue. The destruction is immense and the death toll is expected to rise. Nicky Schiller with BBC News, a CBS News partner, reports from Valencia.
Rescue operations after floods in Spain
Spain has declared three days of mourning and rescue operations are continuing after meteorologists say a year's worth of rain fell in just eight hours Tuesday and Wednesday, triggering deadly floods. The death toll now stands at 95. BBC News correspondent Nicky Schiller has the latest from Valencia.
Flash flooding in Spain leaves dozens dead
Spanish authorities say dozens of people have died in flash flooding that is the worst natural disaster to hit the European nation in recent memory.
Woman and her dog rescued from Spain flooding
A woman and her dog were airlifted to safety in eastern Spain, as torrential rain caused deadly flooding so high that rescuers had to swim through chest-high waters to get to her. According to the person who recorded a video of the rescue, the woman was holding the dog and possibly had multiple cats in the bags she was also carrying.
Devastating floods kill at least 60 in Spain
Parts of Spain are recovering from severe flooding that killed at least 60 people. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has more.
Spain says firm busted sending chemicals to Russia, breaching sanctions
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3 U.S. citizens, 2 Spaniards held over alleged plot to "destabilize" Venezuela
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British woman found dead, man missing after flood hits Mallorca
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Killer whales attack another sailboat off the coast of Spain
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Spain wins gold in men's soccer final
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Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz for Olympic men's singles title
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Major cocaine network — led by "The Professor" — busted in Europe
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England manager Gareth Southgate resigns
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Why Barcelona locals are protesting tourists
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Spanish anti-tourism protesters harass foreign visitors in Barcelona
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Barcelona protesters spray water at tourists
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Archeologists find "oldest wine ever discovered," report says
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Survivors of Sept. 2 boat strike were waving before second attack, sources say
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Russia targets Ukraine with massive drone attack amid diplomatic talks
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CDC panel votes to stop recommending birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine
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Michael Annett, former NASCAR racing star, dies at 39
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Protesters arrested after smearing food on case holding England's Crown Jewels
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20,000-pound cocaine seizure by Coast Guard breaks 18-year-old record
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Messi, Inter Miami win first-ever MLS Cup title, defeating Vancouver 3-1
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2026 FIFA Men's World Cup schedule released. The USA's path and full fixtures.
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Michael Annett, former NASCAR racing star, dies at 39
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Elon Musk's X fined $140 million for violating EU transparency rules
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Trump calls on Baseball Hall of Fame to admit Roger Clemens
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Survivors of Sept. 2 boat strike were waving before second attack, sources say
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Afghan refugees forge their way on the soccer pitch
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11 killed, including 3 children, in shooting at a South African bar
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Protesters arrested after smearing food on case holding England's Crown Jewels
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