Spain floods latest: number killed passes 150 as scientists say climate change ‘most likely explanation’
At least 155 people have reportedly died with more rain forecast for the flood-hit region of Valencia
- Death toll expected to rise amid anger over preparedness
- People in Spain: have you been affected by flooding?
Experts have been giving their reaction to yesterday’s disaster - sounding a warning about our preparedness and ability to cope.
Extreme weather events are becoming more intense, are lasting longer and are occurring more frequently as a result of human-induced climate change, scientists say.
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