Storm Juan Paralyzes Spain: Army Mobilized as Hundreds Stranded
Emergency measures activated across the nation as severe weather disrupts transport and causes widespread flooding.
- Storm Juan has caused widespread disruption across Spain, with heavy snowfall stranding approximately 600 motorists on a motorway.
- The Spanish army was mobilized to provide assistance to those stranded, highlighting the severity of the situation.
- Significant rainfall led to flooding in Extremadura and Catalonia, causing further damage and disruption.
- Emergency measures were activated, including the Special Flood Risk Civil Protection Plan, and various roads were closed due to water abundance.
- Zaragoza airport had to temporarily cease operations due to the extreme weather conditions.