Severe storms have wreaked havoc across Spain, unleashing torrential rain and widespread flooding that claimed multiple lives, Spanish local authorities said early on Wednesday.

According to dpa, the regional leader of the eastern autonomous community of Valencia, Carlos Mazón, confirmed that dead bodies had been discovered but withheld the exact number.

In addition to heavy rainfall, there was also hail and strong gusts of wind. The storms have caused rivers to overflow, flooding streets, homes, and fields, with cars and trees swept away by the floodwaters.

Local media reported severe weather warnings are now in effect for 10 of the country’s 17 autonomous communities, with the regions of Andalusia, Murcia, and Valencia being particularly affected.

Source: Saudi Press Agency