Barcelona Brings Services to a Standstill: Heavy Rain Forces Train Suspension
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At a glance
- A severe flooding situation has unfolded in Barcelona, Spain, prompting authorities to take drastic measures to ensure public safety.
- According to Spain's Transport Minister Oscar Puente, all passenger trains in north-east Catalonia have been halted at the request of civil defense officials.
- The flooding has also caused disruptions to air travel, with air traffic controllers diverting 15 scheduled flights at Barcelona airport.
Severe Flooding Hits Barcelona, Rail Traffic Halted
A severe flooding situation has unfolded in Barcelona, Spain, prompting authorities to take drastic measures to ensure public safety.
According to Spain’s Transport Minister Oscar Puente, all passenger trains in north-east Catalonia have been halted at the request of civil defense officials.
The flooding has also caused disruptions to air travel, with air traffic controllers diverting 15 scheduled flights at Barcelona airport.
Several highways have been closed due to the flooding, and the search for missing individuals continues in Valencia.
The search and rescue mission is being assisted by citizens, volunteers, and thousands of soldiers and police officers.
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