Seville, Spain - At least 1,200 people have been evacuated from their homes after heavy rains sparked flooding in southern Spain, officials said Wednesday. About 20 of the region's roads were also blocked.
The flooding mainly affected the provinces of Cordoba, Jaen and Seville, where the Guadalquivir river and several reservoirs overflowed their banks, officials said.
Floodwater entered homes, shops and industrial buildings, forcing some people living near Cordoba to climb onto their roofs. About 500 emergency workers evacuated residents with boats and lorries.
No injuries were reported. Damage to infrastructure appeared minor so far, officials said.
Bron: www.earthtimes.org
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