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Two Missing After Car Is Swept Away in Catalonia Storms

Emergency crews have launched a large search following flash-flooding from torrential rain.

Overview

  • Bombers de la Generalitat are searching for two people in Sant Quintí de Mediona after floodwaters carried off their vehicle on Sunday.
  • The car was located with no occupants inside, prompting ground and water searches along nearby streams and riverbanks.
  • On-duty chief José Luís López said a significant deployment is underway focused on finding the missing pair.
  • Emergency services reported more than 300 interventions during the storm episode and urged the public to stay away from rieras and torrents due to rising levels.
  • Landslides were reported on the BP-1103 near Montserrat, and crews are using heavy machinery to open access to hikers trapped at the Santa Cova.