Floods in Spain claim at least 95 lives, government declares three-day mourning

(Patria) - At least 95 people have died in catastrophic floods in Spain, while dozens are reported missing. The Spanish government has declared three days of mourning.

In Valencia alone, at least 92 deaths have been recorded, reports the BBC.

Heavy rain hit Spain this week, with the province of Valencia being the hardest hit by the floods.

In Valencia, floods and landslides have swept away roads, buildings, and cars.

The process of recovery and victim identification has begun, local authorities announced today.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez expressed condolences to the families of the victims and announced government support for flood recovery efforts.

Sanchez said Spain will provide all possible assistance, but that the EU will also provide help if needed.

The floods have caused major disruptions to rail and air traffic across southern and eastern Spain.

- We are facing an unprecedented situation - the head of the Valencia regional government, Carlos Mazon, told reporters today.

Earlier, Spanish King Felipe VI warned of "enormous destruction" of infrastructure, making some communities inaccessible.

Footage posted on social media shows floodwaters wreaking havoc in some areas, sweeping cars through streets, leaving some people clinging to trees.

Local authorities have issued a warning about false information circulating online, including whether tap water in Valencia is safe to drink or not.