Severe Flooding Hits Mallorca After Torrential Rains
Record-breaking rainfall causes widespread disruptions, affecting transportation and local infrastructure on the island.
- Heavy rains overnight led to significant flooding in eastern Mallorca, with Manacor and Porto Cristo among the hardest-hit areas.
- Rafael Nadal's tennis academy in Manacor experienced flooding, with reports of a submerged underground garage.
- Numerous roads were rendered impassable, and several drivers required rescue after becoming trapped in their vehicles.
- Flight operations at Palma Airport faced delays and cancellations due to the adverse weather conditions.
- The Spanish weather service warns of potential further showers and storms through Thursday, with a yellow alert issued for Wednesday.