Storm Gloria claims first fatal victims in Catalonia
Two people dragged into sea by waves, and two other bodies were found inside their vehicles
Two people dragged into sea by waves, and two other bodies were found inside their vehicles
New towns given confinement orders Thursday morning as Catalonia grips with fifth day of the extreme weather
Council sources say the man entered an area of the port that had been closed off for the danger posed by the conditions
Fourth day of wind and rain sees rivers overflow, people trapped and missing, no power or water, and damage to infrastructure
Catalonia's unique wetland area left reeling after wind and rain threaten its rice fields and precious flora and fauna
One person missing, Ebre river delta devastated, flooding with rivers about to burst their banks, roads closed, broken bridges, and areas without electricity among effects
By Tuesday evening, many rivers were on the point of bursting, while high waves flooded coastal areas
Roads closed, power cuts, and flooding, with 120,000 students missing classes on Tuesday
Civil protection agency tells public to steer clear of seafronts and parks, avoid outdoor activities, and for drivers to be prepared
Wind speeds over 100 km/h registered along coast, with some schools closed, and public warned to stay away from parks and beaches
Body found in the Francolí river over the weekend not that of any of the four missing people
Some buildings had inundations of water, while road and transport links were affected by the severe weather conditions
75 mm rainfall in Catalan capital in only 30 minutes, prompting some 180 services by firefighters
Local emergency services initially treated the victim on the beach in Castelló d'Empúries, in northern Catalonia, before sending him to the hospital by ambulance.