Madrid, Nov 29, 2024 (AFP) - Spain urged to 'build differently' after deadly floods

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2024-11-29

Spain is racing to reconstruct areas devastated by deadly floods last month but experts have urged a rethink of development with the relocation of buildings away from vulnerable areas. The worst floods to hit Spain in decades on October 29 killed at least 230 people, covered towns in mud and debris, destroyed bridges, roads and rail lines and submerged cars, mainly in the eastern region of Valencia. "The degree of destruction and ruin was histori......

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