Torrential rain hit eastern Spain and left at least four people dead, authorities said on Monday. Streets filled with water, and many people had to stay indoors. In parts of the Valencia region, up to 700 litres of rain per square metre fell in 24 hours.
The water swept away parked cars, covered roads and left some residents cut off. Emergency crews carried out more than 400 rescues by land and air, and some people were airlifted out.
